{"product_id":"ziziphus-spinosa-suan-zao-ren-seeds","title":"Suan Zao Ren Seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZiziphus spinosa - Suan Zao Ren Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow a hardy and highly valued fruit tree from seed. Suan Zao Ren, also known as Chinese Sour Jujube, produces small edible fruit and has been cultivated in Asia for centuries. These seeds are ideal for growers wanting to raise this unique and resilient species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity: \u003c\/strong\u003e1 Seed\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRare: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis is a rare species in NZ and difficult to source. We carefully source quality seeds from trusted growers here and around the world, often importing small quantities that are not readily available locally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh Suan Zao Ren seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous shrub or small tree reaching approximately 3–8 metres at maturity with an attractive spreading canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing 10–20 mm deep in a free-draining seed-raising mix. Keep warm (20–28°C) and consistently moist. Germination typically occurs within 3–8 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e To get a head start, or if you are in colder climates, start growing your seeds indoors so they are well established before summer. In the \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Island\u003c\/strong\u003e, Suan Zao Ren grows well outdoors in a sunny position. In the \u003cstrong\u003eSouth Island\u003c\/strong\u003e, it tolerates cooler conditions better than many tropical fruit trees but young plants should still be protected from severe frosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces small reddish-brown fruit with a pleasant sweet-tart flavour once fully ripe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces clusters of small yellow-green flowers that attract bees and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically begins producing fruit within 3–5 years from seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun, fertile well-drained soil and moderate watering while establishing. Once mature it is drought tolerant and hardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is naturally rich in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e to support the immune system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e for healthy digestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidants\u003c\/strong\u003e that help protect cells from oxidative stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium\u003c\/strong\u003e which supports heart and muscle function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally sweet fruit enjoyed fresh, dried or preserved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tropical Sprouts NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52051966525738,"sku":"ZIZIPHUS-SPINOSA-SUAN-ZAO-REN-SEEDS","price":6.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/8672\/5418\/files\/ChatGPTImageJul8_2026_07_59_55AM.png?v=1783454404","url":"https:\/\/tropicalsprouts.co.nz\/products\/ziziphus-spinosa-suan-zao-ren-seeds","provider":"Tropical Sprouts NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}