Growing almond

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Pollination

Needs a second almond variety blooming at the same time. Exceptions: 'All-in-One', 'Independence'.

Growing it

Zones 6-9, needs a long, hot, dry summer to ripen the nut and dislikes humid climates (hull rot).

Will you get enough chill?

Almond needs roughly 300–600 hours between 32 and 45 °F over winter to break dormancy evenly. Check your area with the chill hours calculator. Low-chill breeding has pushed many varieties well below the figure here, so read the plant tag.

Chill and pollination are given at the fruit-type level; specific cultivars can differ. Values are typical ranges for home-garden planning.