Sugar Cane Jujube Tree
Description
An exceptionally sweet variety, the Sugar Cane Jujube produces an abundance of medium-sized fruits. Often called “Chinese Date”, the fruit is very sweet, resembling an apple, and measures 1-1/2” long with a single seed.
Jujubes are a beautiful ornamental as well as fruiting plant. Jujubes are a unique tree, displaying shiny foliage, interesting bark, and abundant, fragrant, white flowers that bloom in mid-summer. The Sugarcane jujube tree has smaller thorns making it a good selection for home.
Sugar Can Jujube trees are drought resistant, as well as pests and disease resistant. This plant needs summer heat for the fruit to ripen and is a good choice for desert areas.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White, Yellow |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Ripens/Harvest | Mid To Late September |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy, Sandy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 4.5 - 8.0 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Firm Until Soft Ripe |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
| Zone Range | 5 - 10 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Recommended Spacing
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.
