Climate matters. This page is a practical baseline. Confirm cultivar, local frost/heat conditions, mature size and regional restrictions before planting.
Almond — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Prunus dulcis |
|---|---|
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 1095–2190 |
| Measured from | Transplant |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 457.2–609.6 |
| Mature height (cm) | 365.8–609.6 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 365.8–548.6 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 7–9 |
| Light | Full sun |
| Water | Low |
| Sowing method | Transplant |
Growing directions
Almonds bloom earlier than almost any other tree fruit and are severely damaged by late spring frosts, which is why commercial production is limited to Mediterranean-type climates. Most varieties require a cross-pollinator — plant at least two compatible cultivars (Non-Pareil with Carmel or Price, for example). Trees thrive in well-drained, alkaline to neutral soils and are drought-tolerant once established. Harvest when the hulls split open and the shells dry and harden, typically in late summer; spread nuts to dry for two weeks before storing.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0