Jujube Seeds
(Ziziphus jujube var. Spinosa) Zones 6 - 9. Deciduous tree.
The Jujube (pronounced ju-ju-ba) is a distant relative of Seabuckthorn. Their chewy, spongy texture makes a very satisfying snack.
Jujubes have been a popular crop in Asia for generations and have a rich medicinal history. They are high in antioxidants, good for the immune system and can help to lower anxiety.
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Cold Hardiness: Zones 6 - 9
Edible: Yes
Size: Small Tree
Growth Rate: Medium
Nitrogen Fixer: No
Native Plant: No
Germination: 40 - 60%
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Soil Preference: Rich, well draining soil. Mature trees are drought tolerant.
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GROWING INSTRUCTIONS
SEED PRETREATMENT: Soak seeds for 48 hours, start with hot tap water, change water after 24 hours. Mix seeds with a moistened grow medium equal to 3-4 times seed volume. Place in a plastic bag, covered tray/cells or container.
STRATIFICATION: 90 days cold/moist (5°C). Place plastic bag with seeds and soil in your refrigerator, preferably in a veggie crisper. Inspect periodically for even moisture and early germination.
POST-STRATIFICATION: Sow stratified seeds 1” deep, ideally in a peat/perlite mix. Alternating soil temperatures during the day (30°C) and night (20°C) aids germination. Water evenly and regularly.
GERMINATION: When all previously mentioned requirements are fulfilled, germination generally occurs in 30 days.
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Available direct from Incredible Seeds, a Canadian Heirloom and Heritage Seed Company, offering only the best natural, non-GMO, open pollinated and untreated seeds, located in Mi'kma'ki / Nova Scotia
