PLANTING 



Throughout most of the region adapted to jujube culture the period 

 extending from December to March is a good one for planting. The 

 earlier they are planted the better, since this gives an opportunity for 



Figuke 2. — Fruiting branch of jujube showing typical crop. 



the soil to become firmly packed about the roots before new growth 

 starts. 



The jujube is a small tree and can be planted 18 by 18 feet, but 

 modern horticultural practice tends to give all orchard trees more 

 space, and better results will be obtained by planting the jujube 20 

 by 20 feet. The general practice recommended for the planting of 



