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How do I transplant a year old tree?

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Before you transplant, have the new hole for the tree prepared. Carefully dig around the tree and loosen the soil to avoid damaging roots in the process. Do not fertilize when transplanting, simply backfill with the soil you removed when digging the hole.

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Are the offspring of nuts from a sweet cultivar variety always that "safe" eating variety or can they revert to the wild type?

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As long as they are not cross-pollinated with the bitter type, they will be safe.

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Can California almond trees be farmed in India? What are the best weather conditions for the trees?

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The best conditions are in India, because it is a tropical country and has a lot of rainfall and a long summer, which is perfect for almonds. But no, California almond trees cannot be farmed in India because of the difference in temperatures.

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How tall do the trees get? Are they short enough to grow in a greenhouse?

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Almond trees can get as tall as 33ft high, meaning they will only fit in large greenhouses. In general they are between 13-33 feet tall.

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Will a tree blossom before it bears fruit, or is blossoming a sign that it is now old enough to bear fruit?

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It will bloom for a couple of years before nuts begin to grow. The number of flowers compared to the number of nuts that set and grow is quite high.

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Can I grow almonds in Montenegro? Do they tolerate temperatures down to -5 C?

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Almonds are known for being grown best in Mediterranean climates from between 15-30 Celsius, however certain varieties may be able to tolerate colder climates, ask about the varieties at a local nursery.

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Will almond trees grow in the tropics, like in Africa?

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Yes.Terminalia catappa is a large tropical tree in the leadwood tree family, Combretaceae grows mainly in tropical regions, like Asia, Africa, and Australia.

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Where can I get an almond plant?

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Almond plants are sold at most major retailers with an outdoor section, like Wal-Mart or Home Depot. They are also sold online at common online retailers such as Amazon and e-Bay.

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How much water does it take to make an almond?

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It takes 1.1 gallon to make an almond. This is because the almond is quite small and can barely fit anything into itself.

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There are snails on my almond trees. How can I get rid of them?

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You can use essential oils, such as peppermint and TerraShield to get rid of them. Fill half of a spray bottle with water and put 6 drops of essential oils. Spray it on the trees.

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How can I tell the difference between sweet trees and bitter trees in the wild?

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By tasting. After eating the dry fruit of the tree, you should be able to tell.

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I have several almond seedlings that are now about 50 centimeters long. But they have just gone straight up on one long trunk. Can I 'prune' these seedlings by cutting the top off to encourage other branches?

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Absolutely. One of the best known tips on how to multiply the trunks or branches is exactly that. Cut off the top of the trunk, and more branches will form from that.

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Can one grow an almond tree from unsalted seed nuts bought in supermarkets?

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I think you need to buy the green fruit almonds. The supermarket ones are usually roasted .

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Will my almond tree start blooming flowers in the spring or fall now that it has finally started producing nuts?

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The blooming time varies depending on location, but it is usually in winter, not spring - sometime in January or February.

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Do almond trees need to be thinned?

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The article above says to plant them at 20 foot intervals. That will be a sufficient distance between mature trees.

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How do I get rid of the sticky residue around the edges of my almonds?

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Sticky residue could be due to the honeydew that aphids produce when they are feeding on the leaves. Try diluted washing up liquid in a flower spray to dislodge these from your leaves.

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Can I plant almond sprouts in coir for a few days if potting soil is not available?

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The best potting mix for almonds that have just reached root emergence is 33% coir, 33% potting compost, and 33% vermiculite or perlite for good drainage.

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How do I know the best almond trees to grow in my area?

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The article above suggests you need several varieties of sweet almonds in order to help with maximum pollination (by bees). This introduces a bigger gene pool into your area and will produce a larger crop.

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Are southern, west coast South American regions able to support almond farms?

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Traditionally the main growing regions for almonds are California, Spain, and Turkey. Have a go. The climate is changing to hotter conditions. You may be lucky.

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How closely can they be spaced for double planting?

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It depends on the tree size. Large size needs about 6 meters, and less is needed for small trees.

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What are almonds? Are they all edible?

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Almonds are a variety of the nut family. The kernels of almonds are edible (usually sweet almonds, as bitter almonds can be toxic to humans).

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