Science · Plants, Natives & Crops

Almond

A deciduous stone-fruit relative grown for its edible kernel; flowering and fruit set are vulnerable to frost.

Prunus dulcis · tree nut

Profile

Site: Select a warm, frost-protected site.
Site: Full sun and well-drained soil support growth.
Site: Many cultivars need compatible cross-pollination.
Site: Allow hulls to split and dry before harvest.

Water & soil context

Moisture (VWC): Deep irrigation should wet the active root zone; avoid repeated shallow wetting.
Salinity tolerance: Salt sensitivity is not documented in the cited pages.
Drought tolerance: Drought class is not documented; avoid prolonged root-zone drying, especially during nut development.

Illustrative monitoring-depth band

6–12 in

Editorial placement example, not a validated optimum or total rooting depth. Confirm the site's root distribution and soil horizons; multiple depths may be needed.

USU recommends deep, infrequent watering; adapt intervals to soil and weather rather than using a fixed schedule.

Problems to watch

Frost injury to blossoms
Peach twig borer and brown rot can affect related stone fruit crops.

Stress signs

Poor set after frost
Wilting or leaf scorch during water stress

Where you'll find it

Edible kernels
Baking and confectionery

Sources & scope

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Published botanical and soil references are distinct from GroundWorx product guidance. Moisture thresholds and monitoring depths require site calibration; sources do not establish product performance or diagnose stress.