Lang Jujube Tree

Lang jujube trees are known for their large, teardrop-shaped fruit with firm texture and mildly sweet, tangy flavor. This variety is ideal for drying, creating chewy, date-like treats, but it’s also enjoyable fresh when fully ripe. Lang requires a pollinator, such as Li or Honey Jar, to produce fruit. Thriving in sunny, well-draining locations, the tree is highly drought-tolerant and performs well in a variety of climates. Lang jujube trees are vigorous and produce abundant fruit, while their glossy green foliage and fragrant blooms add visual appeal to any orchard. With its versatility and unique flavor, Lang is a great choice for gardeners seeking a jujube variety perfect for multiple uses.

Standard root stock.

• Zones: 5-10
• Chill hours: 150
• Harvest: August 29 - October 10
• Looks: Fruits are reddish-brown, dry, and wrinkled when fully ripe. Lang are pear-shaped fruit.
• Personality: Sweet and chewy (like dates), also called Chinese Dates.
• Facts of note: Attractive, easy-to-grow tree: hardy, drought-resistant, virtually pest and disease free. Requires long, hot summer.
• Pollination: Pollinized by Li or other jujube.

Why Choose a Lang Jujube Tree?

The Lang Jujube tree is a prized cultivar known for its sweet, chewy fruits that are reminiscent of Chinese dates. These jujube trees thrive in sunny locations and require a hot summer to produce reddish-brown fruits that are best enjoyed when fully ripe in early fall. With its drought-tolerant nature, this tree is perfect for growing in California and New Mexico, where dried jujubes are a popular snack. The texture of the small fruits is crisp when fresh and becomes soft and sweet when dried. Shipping a bare root tree ensures that your Lang Jujube plant arrives ready to grow, whether you’re cultivating in zone 5-10 or other native climates. Ideal for those looking to grow jujube trees or enhance their orchard with new cultivars, the Lang Jujube is a versatile and hardy choice for gardeners.

Growing and Caring for Your Lang Jujube Tree

Growing a Lang Jujube tree is simple and rewarding, as these hardy jujube trees thrive in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Known for their small fruits with a sweet flavor and crisp texture, the reddish brown fruits are best enjoyed fully ripe in early fall. This prized commercial cultivar from China requires a hot summer and is perfect for regions like California and New Mexico, where its chewy, date-reminiscent fruits are highly valued. Shipped as bare root plants, Lang Jujubes are drought-tolerant, require minimal care, and produce abundant dried or fresh treats that make them a standout among other cultivars.

Note: Ensure pollination with a Li Jujube for maximum yield.

Lang Jujube Tree Pollination Requirements

The Lang Jujube tree requires a pollinator like Li Jujube or Honey Jar to produce its abundant fruits. These jujube trees are self-sterile and need cross-pollination to ensure a high yield of small fruits with a sweet flavor. Ideal for regions such as California and New Mexico, the Lang Jujube thrives in a sunny location and requires a hot summer to develop reddish-brown, chewy fruits that are reminiscent of Chinese dates when fully ripe in early fall. For best results, plant your bare root Lang Jujube tree in zones 5-10, ensuring adequate drought tolerance and care during the summer months for a bountiful harvest.

Why Buy Lang Jujube Tree From Us?

When you buy a Lang Jujube tree from us, you’re investing in a prized and hardy tree that thrives in sunny locations and hot summers. Our bare root plants are carefully shipped to ensure they arrive in optimal condition, ready to grow in your zone 5-10 garden, whether you're in California, New Mexico, or other regions with similar climates. These jujube trees produce small fruits with a sweet flavor and chewy texture, perfect for fresh snacking or making dried treats like Chinese dates, reminiscent of dates from China. With our expertise in sustainable gardening and commitment to quality, you can trust that your Lang Jujube tree will thrive and deliver reddish-brown fruits that are fully ripe in early fall.

Note: Ensure optimal growth by pairing with a Li Jujube or other compatible cultivars for cross-pollination.

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