Prunus dulcis, Self-pollinating Almond
Plant Group: Deciduous Fruiting
Genus: Prunus
Species Var: dulcis
Common Name: Self‑pollinating Almond
Height: 4–8 metres
Width: 3 metres
Rate of growth: Moderate
Foliage: Green deciduous leaves; the tree produces attractive white to pale pink spring blossoms—often before leaves emerge.
Flowers: Large, white-pink spring flowers; fragrant and showy, appearing before the leaf flush.
Fruit: Broad, oval paper-shelled nuts—sweet-flavored, soft-shelled almonds that split open naturally at harvest. These store well in-shell for several months.
Quick Facts:
Pollination: Self‑pollinating (self‑fertile); only one tree is required for seed set.
Crop Timing: Nuts are typically ready around early to mid‑season variously described as around March (southern hemisphere) or mid‑season depending on climate.
Growth Habits & Uses: Upright, open‑canopied, low‑maintenance. Ideal for home orchards, smaller gardens, or container growing when grafted on dwarfing rootstock.
Cultivation Notes: Prefers full sun and well‑drained soil. Plant in a warm, sheltered position; water well until established. Plant the bud union above soil level, fertilise when planting and after new growth, and prune to encourage branching and productivity.
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