Plants in genus ziziphus
Ziziphus jujuba 'Shanxi Li'
Ziziphus jujuba 'Shanxi Li' is a fruit-bearing tree that produces large, round fruit over two inches long. It is cold-hardy and partially self-fertile, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. The fruit is crisp and apple-like when fresh.
Ziziphus jujuba 'Ga 866'
Ziziphus jujuba 'Ga 866', also known as Chinese Dates, is a deciduous tree that produces sweet, crisp fruit. Growing 10-15 feet tall, it features glossy green leaves and yellow fall color. This tree is drought-tolerant once established and requires a pollinator to produce its large crop. Known for its insect and disease resistance, it is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and has thorny branches that make it suitable for barrier plantings.
Ziziphus jujuba 'Li'
Ziziphus jujuba 'Li' is a deciduous tree known for its candy-like fruits that are crunchy and sweet when green, turning mahogany and sweeter when ripe. It is drought-tolerant once established and grows 10-15 feet wide and 20-40 feet tall, thriving in hot, dry areas.
Ziziphus jujuba 'Honey Jar'
Ziziphus jujuba 'Honey Jar' is a hardy tree known for its narrow-pointed bright green leaves and yellow blooms with a grape soda scent. It produces fruit with an apple-like taste when unripe and a date-like taste when ripe. This drought-tolerant tree is considered a superfood and is pest and disease-free.
Ziziphus jujuba 'Sugar Cane'
Ziziphus jujuba 'Sugar Cane' is a deciduous tree that produces small, sweet, crunchy fruit rich in Vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants. Known for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties, it is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to reduce anxiety and aid sleep. The tree is self-fruitful but more productive with other Jujube varieties, thriving in USDA zones 6 to 10. It is drought-tolerant once established and can serve as a privacy hedge due to its thorns.