When is the ripening time of Lingwu long jujube

Lingwu long jujube generally ripens from late September to early October. It is a jujube variety unique to Ningxia and a rare local main cultivar. It was also granted geographical indication product protection in 2006. So what are the characteristics of Lingwu long jujube? What are the planting requirements?

What are the characteristics of Lingwu long jujube?

1. Appearance

The fruit skin of Lingwu long jujube is purplish red, bright and beautiful, with thick flesh and a crisp texture, and a sweet-and-sour taste. Its fruit is long oval, and the largest single fruit weighs up to 40 grams.

2. Nutrition

Lingwu long jujube contains soluble solids ≥25.0%, sugar ≥23.0%, acid ≥0.40%, protein 2.5%, fat 0.3%, zinc 1.4 mg/kg, iron 2.87 mg/kg, and is rich in vitamin C, A, B, P, etc. Its vitamin C content is extremely rich, with more than 345 mg per 100 grams of fresh jujube.

3. Benefits

Lingwu long jujube also has a wide range of medical benefits. It can nourish the heart and lungs, relieve coughs, and tonify the five viscera. It has good effects on diseases such as high blood pressure and arteriosclerosis. Regular consumption of long jujube can strengthen the body and beautify the skin.

What are the planting requirements for Lingwu long jujube?

1. Climatic conditions

Spring comes late and autumn comes early, with four distinct seasons, abundant sunshine, rich heat, strong evaporation, a dry climate, many sunny days, and little rain or thunder. The annual sunshine duration is 3080.2 hours, the average frost-free period is 157 days, the plant growth period lasts 170 days, the annual average is ≥10°C, and the average annual precipitation is 206.2-255.2 mm.

2. Water source conditions

The Lingwu long jujube base is located in Dongta Town, Linhe Town, and Haojiaqiao Town, where Yellow River water can be diverted for irrigation, and the water source is abundant.

3. Soil conditions

The soil in Lingwu City is sandy loam, with deep and fertile soil, which is most suitable for its growth.

In addition, Lingwu City has a long history of long jujube cultivation. Both the planting techniques and the varieties are very good, and Lingwu long jujube is also an agricultural product with strong local characteristics.