Jojoba, Goatnut

Simmondsia Chinensis

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Overview

Simmondsia chinensis, commonly known as Jojoba or Goatnut, is a perennial shrub native to Southwestern North America. Adaptable to arid conditions, it reaches up to 6 feet in height and spreads 6 to 10 feet wide. Noted for its wax-producing seeds, this dioecious plant requires both male and female specimens for pollination. The dense, leathery foliage and inconspicuous flowers are highly drought-resistant, thriving in well-drained soils under full sun.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 8–11Climate Arid, Subtropical

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — commonly known as Jojoba or Goatnut

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Simmondsiaceae
Climate: Arid, Subtropical

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Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — with only females bearing fruit; it can reach a mature height of up to 6 feet with a spread of 6 to 10 feet

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — The seeds are encased in a green capsule that matures to a brown color; with only females bearing fruit

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — resembling a small acorn.<br><br>The plant's slow growth rate makes it easy to maintain in landscapes; remember to

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — It can be used as an accent plant, for mass plantings, or as a hedge; noted for its wax-producing seeds

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — When designing a garden that requires low water usage and maintenance, Jojoba is a superb choice; it can reach a

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — oil extracted from the seeds is highly regarded for its cosmetic applications; with only females bearing fruit

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — adding an element of interest for clients; remember to allocate space for its full width and height in landscape

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — Remember to allocate space for its full width and height in landscape planning for a balanced design; noted for its

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — white and yellow flowers in the garden; it can reach a mature height of up to 6 feet with a spread of 6 to 10 feet

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — shrub with white and yellow blooms; with only females bearing fruit

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — shrub for full; remember to allocate space for its full width and height in landscape planning for a balanced design

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — commonly known as Jojoba or Goatnut; noted for its wax-producing seeds, image 57

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — is a perennial shrub native to Southwestern North America; it can reach a mature height of up to 6 feet, image 58

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — Adaptable to arid conditions, it reaches up to 6 feet in height and spreads 6 to 10 feet wide; with only, image 59

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — commonly known as Jojoba or Goatnut

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — is a perennial shrub native to Southwestern North America

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — Adaptable to arid conditions, it reaches up to 6 feet in height and spreads 6 to 10 feet wide

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — Noted for its wax-producing seeds

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — this dioecious plant requires both male and female specimens for pollination

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — leathery foliage and inconspicuous flowers are highly drought-resistant

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — thriving in well-drained soils under full sun

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — is a perennial shrub native to the desert regions of the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — As a landscape architect assistant

Jojoba, Goatnut (Simmondsia Chinensis) — thriving in USDA hardiness zones 9b through 11