Spiny Jujube

Ziziphusspinosa

Genus
Ziziphus (ZIZ-ih-fuss)
Species
spinosa (spy-NO-suh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Deciduous
Height
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Green
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring
Other Details
Category
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Shrubs
Trees
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; stratify if sowing indoors
Scarify seed before sowing
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Birmingham, Alabama

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Gardener's Notes:

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neutral
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| May 2004 | positive

SEEDS BEST SOWN IN A GOOD SPELL OF WARM SUMMER WEATHER FOR BEST RESULTS, GERMINATION NORMALLY TAKES PLACE WITHIN 10 TO 12 DAYS.
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