Almond Plant Plants

Variety Information & Cultivation Guide

Almond (Prunus dulcis) is a high-value nut crop yielding 8–12 kg of nuts per tree annually at maturity. Requires 250–500 chill hours for optimal fruit set. Thrives in well-drained sandy loam soils with a pH of 6.5–8.0. Commercial orchards generate strong returns within 5–6 years. Self-sterile—plant with a pollinator variety for maximum yield. Suited for semi-arid regions of Karnataka, Rajasthan, and Himachal Pradesh.