Ziziphus jujuba Known for its sweet flavor, crisp texture, and rich history, the Jujube is an easy-to-grow tree that deserves space in your garden. Also called Chinese Date, Li produces egg-shaped fruit that’s larger than most jujubes, with a tiny, almost undetectable seed. The fruit ripens to a reddish-brown and offers a flavor reminiscent of a fresh apple—perfect for eating fresh or dried, and for making marmalades or juices. Jujube has long been valued for its nourishing and medicinal properties in winter soups and tea, which are gentle on the system. Li is self fertile but planting more than one tree will help boost yields. Jujube are thorny plants, though Li has fewer thorns than most varieties. The tree itself is as attractive as it is productive, featuring fine, lacy foliage and a profusion of small, fragrant white flowers in mid-summer. Hardy in Zones 5–10.  

Jujube plants are 1 year old and start shipping the beginning of April in 4-inch pots. Order early for best availability. Available only within the contiguous US.