Jujube GA 866 (Chinese Red Date) - MicroStarts Tissue Culture (Own Root) Starter Trees - Choose your size!
Jujube GA 866 (Chinese Red Date) - MicroStarts Tissue Culture (Own Root) Starter Trees - Choose your size!
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Jujube ziziphus 'GA-866' is a standout variety prized for its exceptionally high sugar content and dense, flavorful flesh. Jujubes are small deciduous trees with shiny green leaves and small flowers. Unlike many jujubes, its fruit is long and slender with a chewy texture when dried, making it one of the best cultivars for drying and fresh eating alike. This variety ripens in late summer to early fall and is known for producing abundant crops even in hot, dry climates. With its reputation for top-tier fruit quality, GA-866 is a premium choice for both home orchards and specialty growers.
MicroStarts jujube GA 866 are available as 2-4 inch starter plants, 5-10 inch starter plants, and 1+ foot trees - choose your preferred shipping option at checkout.
Jujube GA 866 produce large, elongated fruit (~1.5”) with a sweet, apple-like flavor.
Key Details
Scientific Name: Ziziphus jujuba GA 866
Also Known As: Jujube, Chinese date, and Red date
USDA Zones: 6-11
Suitable Space: Outdoors
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Growth Rate: Medium-Fast
Mature Height: 12–16 feet
Pollination: Partially Self-Fertile, but benefits from cross pollination
Chill Requirements: 150-200 hours
Harvest Dates: Mid- to late-September
Characteristics: Self-pollinating, Fast-growing, Edible, Drought resistant, Disease resistant, Flowering, and Self-fertile
Our plants are propagated via tissue culture, a clonal process that results in true to type, disease-free plants that are grown on their own roots. They have been grown in ellepots to promote healthy root development.
Planting & Care
New to starter plants? Check out our starter plant guide for seven easy steps to grow your plant from starter to stunning! For tips about tree care as your tree grows, check out our young tree care guide!
Ellepots promote healthy, air-pruned root systems and can be planted directly into the ground. If you purchase an Ellepot plant, no need to remove the biodegradable sleeve - it can be planted straight in the ground!
All of our plants are raised in a greenhouse. Our starter plants will arrive actively growing, and will require special care. Trees should be gradually acclimated outdoors and protected during their first winter if in colder climates. Trees shipped in winter are dormant and leafless, and naturally awaken in spring.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
We take pride in our plants. If your plant arrives damaged, please contact us with photos and we’ll happily provide a replacement or refund.
