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Almond (Prunus dulcis)Flowering Trees

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SpecimenSmall treeEdibleMediterraneanDrought tolerant

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Almond

Prunus dulcis

Almond is a flowering tree, hardy in USDA zones 7-9, that matures to about 10-15 ft × 10-15 ft. It does best in full sun with medium water needs. Expect pink and white blooms in spring. It attracts pollinators and bees, stands up well to drought and heat.

USDA zones
7-9
Sun
Full sun
Water
Medium
Mature size
10-15 ft × 10-15 ft
Bloom color
Pink, White
Bloom season
Spring
Attracts
Pollinators, Bees
Tough against
Drought, Heat
Native to
Mediterranean & Western Asia

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