Ziziphus jujuba

Jujube tree / Chinese Date

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A hardy deciduous tree native to China, prized for sweet edible fruit and thorny branches. Requires full sun and well-drained soil, excellent for sunny patios or large indoor spaces with high light exposure.
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Plant Details

Common Name Jujube tree / Chinese Date
Family Rhamnaceae
Genus Ziziphus
Species Jujuba
Origin China
Blooming Small inconspicuous flowers in summer
Leaf Color Green turning yellow/orange in autumn
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam or cactus mix with perlite

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Watering

Drought tolerant; allow soil to dry completely between waterings, reduce watering in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for fruiting; tolerate partial shade but growth slows significantly in low light

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth (Apr-Sept), avoid over-fertilizing

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Pruning

Prune dead wood and shape branches in late winter before new growth begins

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 2500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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