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(Simmondsia chinensis)

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Description

Jojoba is native to the Sonoran and Mohave deserts of Arizona, California, and Mexico. It is a hardy, full sun evergreen shrub that grows slowly to 6-10 ft. tall and 6-8 ft. wide, having leathery blue-green leaves. The yellowish-green clusters of male flowers bloom in winter and female plants ripen their acorn-shaped seeds in summer.

Plant Information

Plant Type

Cactus

Origin

Mohave Desert, Native to Arizona, Sonoran Desert

Size (H x W)

6' x 6'

Sun

Full Sun

Water

Low

Flower Color

Pale Green

Flower Season

Winter