What Is a Juju Berry Tree?

* The fruit is also known as the Chinese date or the red date.

* Jujube trees are small to medium-sized, reaching heights of 15 to 40 feet (4.5 to 12 m).

* They have a spreading canopy of thorny branches and dark green, glossy leaves.

* The flowers are small and white, and they bloom in the spring.

* The fruit is round or oval in shape and about the size of a large grape. It has a thin, red skin and a sweet, juicy flesh.

* The fruit can be eaten fresh or dried, and it is also used in traditional medicine.

* Jujube trees are hardy in USDA plant hardiness zones 7 to 11.

* They prefer full sun and well-drained soil.

Jujube trees are a popular choice for landscaping in China and other parts of Asia. They are also grown in the United States, but they are not as common as they are in Asia.