Simmondsia chinensis - Jojoba, Goatnut (Plant) garden design and vernal pools―demonstrating along the

and vernal pools―demonstrating along the way how geology shapes plant life

Can be difficult in inland southern California gardens

and create natural diversity

Its white-pink flowers bloom in late winter or early spring and attract hummingbirds

Simmondsia chinensis - Jojoba, Goatnut (Plant) garden design and vernal pools―demonstrating along theA great shrub for dry areas, especially desert gardens. Female plants produce the highly prized Jojoba oil. Fruit is edible, seeds are an important source of wildlife forage. Plant Characteristics Family Name Simmondsiaceae Species Name Simmondsia chinensis Common Name Jojoba, Goatnut Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Yellow, Gold Flowering Months March, April, May