Chinese Sidr seedlings, apple-like, 60-90 cm

Common name: Chinese jujube - Chinese buckthorn Type and use: Tropical fruit tree belonging to the Rhamnaceae family. Grown for decoration, shade, and for producing fruits rich in benefits. Environment and light: Tolerates high heat, grows well under direct sunlight all day. Temperature: Suitable for hot and dry areas, tolerates up to 45°C, prefers temperatures above 20°C for optimal growth. Soil: Performs well in most types of soil, provided it is well-drained. Tolerates moderate salinity. Watering: Water moderately, tolerates drought after establishment. It is recommended to water deeply every 7-10 days in summer, and every 2-3 weeks in winter. Fertilization: Fertilized with decomposed organic manure in winter, and given balanced NPK doses during the growing and fruiting season. Flowers: Blooms in spring or early summer, with small greenish-white flowers that attract bees. Pruning: Light pruning is performed to shape the tree and remove tangled or dried branches. The tree prefers an upright or spreading shape. Propagation: By seeds (which germinate within 2-3 weeks), or by grafting onto local Rhamnaceae rootstocks to improve fruit quality. Common pests and diseases: • Mealybugs and scale insects • Whitefly • Red spiders It is recommended to spray preventively in summer with neem oil or an appropriate organic pesticide.