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Beginner
skill rating |
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4m
max. spread |
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8m
max. height |
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10-20 years
to maturity |
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Prunus dulcis
Other names: Sweet almond tree, Prunus amygdalus Batsch., Amygdalus communis, Amygdalus dulcis
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Genus: Prunus
Species: P. dulcis - P. dulcis is a medium sized tree with a spreading, open canopy, carrying fragrant white or pink spring flowers followed by sweet almond nuts in autumn.
Prunus dulcis is: Deciduous
Flower: Pale-pink in Spring
Foliage: Green in Spring; Yellow, Bronze in Autumn
Habit: Open branches, Spreading, Upright
Prunus dulcis (Sweet almond tree) will reach a height of 8m and a spread of 4m after 10-20 years.
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Suggested uses: Low Maintenance, Specimen tree, Cottage/Informal
Cultivation: Grown in deep, moist, free-draining, moderately fertile soil in full sun. Plant at least two trees for best pollination and cropping. Should produce nuts after 3 years.
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Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |
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Moist but well-drained, Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Full Sun |
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North, South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Exposed, Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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