Simmondsia chinensis Jojoba (a.k.a. goat nut, deer nut, pignut, wild hazel, quinine nut, coffee berry, or gray box bush) Native to Southwestern North America, it is an evergreen shrub typically growing 3-6 ft high & wide with smooth, gray-green oval leaves. Jojoba prefers full sun with little to no water after established. It has an edible oil from its fruit that is used in many skin care products. In ideal conditions, mature plants can reach 8-10 ft. if left to keep growing. NOTE: Plants are dioecious (male & female flowers on separate plants) The pale green female flowers are borne singly at each leaf node. The yellowish-green male flowers are borne in clusters. Nursery grown plants are rarely sexually mature enough for us to tell their sex, and have not yet produced fruit. Plants bloom in winter to spring and female plants ripen their acorn-shaped seeds in early to mid summer. Optimal pollination is achieved with a planting ratio of 1:5 (M to F). Sexual maturity typically occurs approx. 4-5 years after planting. Growth Guide These key details will help you understand how your plant will grow and what conditions bring out its best. Exposure: Full sun Watering: Low Mature Height: 10 feet Mature Width: 4-6 feet Ships: With soil Plant Highlights A quick snapshot of what makes this plant stand out. Easy To Grow Moderate Growing Seed Grown Good For Pots Fire Resistant Where To Plant USDA Hardiness Zones show which plants thrive in your climate based on average winter lows. The lower the number, the colder the region. Use the map below to find your zone and choose plants that will grow successfully year after year. Hardiness Zone: 8-11 (USDA) Why Happy Valley Plants? We're passionate about connecting people with the beauty of nature. From hand-selected plants to expert support and thoughtful packaging, we put care into every detail. Assuring your plants arrive healthy, happy, and ready to thrive. Packaged With Care Your satisfaction matters to us. Each plant is hand-picked, wrapped, and packaged with precision to ensure it arrives safely and ready to grow. If something’s not right, reach out within 72 hours and we’ll do our best to make it right. Quality At A Fair Price We believe great plants shouldn’t come with a premium price tag. Our goal is to make quality, hard-to-find plants accessible and affordable, so you can grow more for less. Horticultural Help Need advice or have plant questions? Our expert team is always happy to help. We’re gardeners first and love sharing our knowledge. Explore our blog for growing tips and plant care guides.
