Jujube trees (also known as Chinese date trees) are incredibly hardy, drought-tolerant, and productive—but like all fruit trees, they require the right care at planting to thrive. One of the most critical steps for success? Watering correctly.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to water your bare root jujube tree before and after planting, how to help it during drought, and how to avoid common watering mistakes that can lead to transplant failure.
🪣 Before Planting: Soak the Roots
When your bare root jujube tree arrives, the first step is to soak the roots in clean water for 4–12 hours before planting.
Why?
- Rehydrates the root system after shipping,
- Wakes the tree from dormancy,
- Prepares the plant to root quickly in new soil.
💡 Don’t soak for more than 24 hours. Plant as soon as possible after soaking.
🌱 Step 1: Deep Watering After Planting
After planting, water your jujube tree slowly and deeply. This helps:
- Settle the soil around the roots,
- Eliminate air pockets,
- Begin critical hydration for root establishment.
✅ For best results, mix Soil Moist Transplant Mix into the planting hole. It stores moisture and releases it slowly, reducing transplant stress and watering frequency—especially helpful in sandy or dry soils.
🗓️ Weeks 1–2: Keep Soil Moist But Not Wet
During the first two weeks:
- Water every 2–3 days, especially if planting during warm or windy weather.
- Keep the soil evenly moist, not soggy.
- If leaves begin to wilt or curl, your tree is telling you it needs a drink.
💧 Jujube trees are tough, but young trees still require consistent moisture during the early establishment phase.
🗓️ Weeks 3–8: Deep Watering Less Often
As your jujube tree starts showing new growth:
- Water once or twice per week, depending on temperature, wind, and rainfall.
- Apply 2–3 inches of mulch to conserve moisture and reduce weed competition—keep mulch a few inches from the trunk.
A well-hydrated young tree will grow faster, leaf out more fully, and begin producing fruit much sooner.
☀️ Drought Conditions: Help Jujubes Survive the Stress
Once mature, jujube trees are exceptionally drought-tolerant—but that doesn’t apply during their first season.
In drought:
- Water deeply twice per week, using 1–2 gallons per watering.
- Water early in the morning or evening to prevent evaporation.
- Use Soil Moist Transplant Mix to extend time between waterings and reduce stress.
🌿 Even the hardiest tree needs water to root in a new environment. Stay ahead of drought stress in the first few months.
🌳 Where’s the Best Place to Buy Bare Root Jujube Trees?
Easy answer: Ty Ty Plant Nursery, LLC.
Why?
- ✅ Top-quality bare root jujube trees, fast-growing and hardy
- ✅ Fast shipping to get your tree in the ground at the right time
- ✅ Lowest prices on rare and popular varieties
- ✅ FREE 1-Year Plantsurance Guarantee
→ Store credit if your plant doesn’t survive
→ Zero Stress. All Success.
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