Harvesting of Ziziphus jujuba typically begins in late summer or early fall, usually in September or October.
Indian jujube
Ziziphus jujuba
Indian jujube (Ziziphus jujuba) is a small deciduous tree native to India and southern Asia. It can grow up to 15 meters in height and produces edible fruits. Its leaves are round and generally glossy, while its flowers tend to be greenish yellow. The fruit, which is 1 to 2.5 centimeters in diameter, has a brownish or reddish skin and a pale yellow flesh. It is sweet and often consumed fresh or dried. Jujubes are high in vitamins A, B, and C, making them a nutrient-packed addition to many diets. Furthermore, these fruits are known for their medicinal properties and are used to treat digestive issues, skin conditions, and even insomnia.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 9
Flowers:
White to yellowish-green Flowers
Sun:
full sun
Fruits:
green,red,yellow,brown Fruits Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Watering Indian jujube plants should be done regularly to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. This species is very drought tolerant, so it should only be watered when the soil is dry to the touch. Depending on the weather, this could be roughly every 10 days or so in the summer and every 2-3 weeks during the winter. When watering, water deeply, saturating the soil to a depth of at least 12 inches. Over-watering can be just as damaging as under-watering, so it's important to only water when the soil is dry.
sunlight
Indian jujube plants do best in full sunlight and require at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. They can tolerate light shade but thrive in hot, dry conditions. If you are growing Indian jujube in a cool climate, try placing the plant in a south-facing area to maximize the amount of light it receives.
pruning
Pruning Indian jujubes should be done yearly in early spring. You should remove any branches that are dead, damaged, or diseased, as well as any that are crossing each other or rubbing together. You should also thin out the canopy to allow light and air circulation. For more drastic pruning, you can prune the tree back to around 6 feet in late winter. This will encourage a denser canopy with more fruit-bearing branches. Pruning Indian jujubes periodically helps to encourage healthy growth and production.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Indian jujube typically start flowering in April or May.
