Contorted Jujube Tree
Description
About the Contorted Jujube Tree
A top choice for edible landscapers!
The Contorted Jujube is an interesting ornamental tree with contorted, twisting branches that bear edible fruits referred to as “Chinese Dates”. Originating from Asia, jujube trees are a beautiful option for suburban landscapes. These productive fruit bearing trees require little maintenance, making it an appealing choice for backyard growers and edible landscapers.
Jujube fruits are reddish-brown when ripe. They can be eaten fresh when firm and crunchy like an apple or dried to a date-like, chewy texture and sweet flavor. Fruit is round in shape like the Li Jujube. These unique fruits are high in vitamins and minerals.How to Grow the Contorted Jujube Tree
The Contorted Jujube tree is hardy, drought-resistant, and free of any pest and disease issues. Jujube trees prefer warm climates with long, hot summers. With a low-chill requirement, these trees do well in the Southwest region of the United States, including Texas. These adaptable trees are hardy down to minus 20°, extending their popularity to regions with mild climates, such as the mid-west.
They do not mind partial shade but do need well-drained soil. While most jujube varieties are considered self-fertile, plant two varieties for heavier crops.
Plant the Contorted Jujube for a unique and stunning landscape accent that doubles as an edible!
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White, Yellow |
| Chill Hours | 150 |
| Fruit Color | Brown |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 5 - 10 |
| Pollination | Pollinator Required |
| Ripens/Harvest | September |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 4.5 - 8.0 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Crunchy |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow jujube trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
Questions & Answers
We appreciate you reaching out to us. We do not have a guaranteed ETA on when more will become available. We are very sorry for this inconvenience and completely understand your disappointment. Rest assured, that if you sign up for a notification, you'll be one of the first to be notified when it becomes available again. And you can plant 2 until one becomes available however that will not pollinate one another.
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We appreciate you reaching out to us. You can find the years-to-bear information in the Characteristics section, near the top of the page, underneath the description. This tree takes 2-5 years to bear. It is grafted Genus: Ziziphus
Species: jujube
Cultivar: SO
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We recommend you try a scratch test: //www.starkbros.com/growing-guide/article/how-to-do-a-scratch-test
If that test determines the tree is no longer living and in need of replacement, please contact our Customer Support Team at 800.325.4180. They'd be happy to help.
We appreciate you reaching out to us. Because weather and soil conditions vary so much from year to year and even within your zone, it's best to think of your planting time as a range of favorable conditions instead of an exact time.
You can plant new plants and trees:
1) when the ground is not frozen.
2) when daytime temperatures are above freezing (32ºF) and below 90ºF.
3) when extreme weather (blizzard, hail, torrential rain, etc.) is not in the forecast. Be sure to keep plants watered if you're transplanting in warm and/or dry weather.
If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us. Have a great day!
This item is currently out of stock, so there are no sizes listed at this time. When it becomes available, the size will vary based on what we have on hand at the time of shipping. If you have any specific size preferences, feel free to check back when it's back in stock or
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Plant one of these varieties within 100' for best pollination. Lang, Sugarcane or Honeyjar.
Customer Reviews
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