Indian Jujube thrives with moderate watering. Allow the top 5-10 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot, especially in poorly draining soils.

Reduce watering during cooler months or when the plant is dormant to prevent waterlogging and fungal issues.

Prune Indian Jujube in late winter or early spring before flowering. Remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches. Pruning helps maintain tree shape, improve air circulation, and encourage fruit production.

For young trees, formative pruning establishes a strong scaffold. For mature trees, thinning out dense growth is beneficial.

Indian Jujube can be propagated through seeds, grafting, or cuttings. Seeds require stratification and may not produce true-to-type fruit.

Grafting onto rootstock is the most common method for ensuring desirable varieties. Cuttings can be rooted under controlled conditions, though success rates may vary.

Repot young Indian Jujube plants every 2-3 years, or when root-bound. Mature trees are best left in their pots or planted directly in the ground. Use a well-draining potting mix.

Repotting is typically done in early spring before the onset of active growth. Ensure the new pot is only slightly larger than the previous one.