How to Grow the Jujube Fruit

Growing jujube trees is not difficult as long as you have sandy, well-drained soil. They are not particular about soil pH, but do need to be planted in full sun. The tree can be propagated by seed or root sprout.

How long does it take for jujube to fruit?
How much sun does a jujube tree need?
Why is my jujube tree not fruiting?
Where do jujube trees grow?
Can jujube grow in pots?
How do you fertilize a jujube tree?
How much water does a jujube tree need?
What is the best jujube tree?
Are jujube trees invasive?
What is jujube tree good for?
How do you care for a jujube tree?

How long does it take for jujube to fruit?

Jujube trees are very precocious. They bear flowers the same year as planting or grafting, and some cultivars can even bear some fruit. Most cultivars will produce a few fruits in the second year. After 4 to 5 years, jujubes will have a reasonable yield.

How much sun does a jujube tree need?

Scope out your yard or garden for a site that receives full sun -- at least six hours a day, the more the better -- and is in a protected area that holds in warmth. Considered appropriate for U.S. Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 6 through 10, jujubes are tolerant of cold down to minus 20 degrees Fahrenheit.

Why is my jujube tree not fruiting?

Sherwood is notorious for not fruiting until it is older and then it fruit irradically. They appear to be way too small for that many years in the ground. Either they are not getting enough nutrients, the soil is extremely acid or they are only getting about four hours of sunlight per day.

Where do jujube trees grow?

The jujube, Z. jujuba grows in cooler regions of Asia. Five or more other species of Ziziphus are widely distributed in milder climates to hot deserts of Asia and Africa. In Madagascar, jujube trees grow extensively in the western half of the island, from the north all the way to the south.

Can jujube grow in pots?

Yes, growing jujube in pots is possible; in fact, in their native China, many apartment dwellers have potted jujube trees on their balconies.

How do you fertilize a jujube tree?

Don't fertilize jujubes at planting time, but apply 1 cup of 8-8-8 fertilizer each subsequent spring to the soil under the tree's canopy. Water jujube trees every few days immediately after planting until the trees become established. Mature trees need infrequent watering – perhaps once per month during dry conditions.

How much water does a jujube tree need?

Deeply Water newly jujube trees weekly (1 x / week) during the cooler early spring and fall seasons, and 2 – 3 times per week during the hot summer season. Deciduous plants go dormant (lose their leaves) in the winter, therefore watering should be stopped.

What is the best jujube tree?

Li is the best jujube variety. The biggest, meatiest, and sweet as well. Other well known varieties are shuimen, lang and pear.

Are jujube trees invasive?

These trees although they get tall are very invasive. They put out shoots from the root system.

What is jujube tree good for?

The jujube plant has potent natural therapeutic value, in promoting sleep and relaxation, reducing stress and anxiety, boosting healthy digestion, protecting the heart and the brain, and offering protection against cancer. Let's take a closer look at what's going on under the skin of this powerfully healthful plant.

How do you care for a jujube tree?

Jujubes do best in warm, dry climates, but can tolerate winter lows down to -20 F. (-29 C.) Growing jujube trees is not difficult as long as you have sandy, well-drained soil. They are not particular about soil pH, but do need to be planted in full sun.