Key Features & Benefits

• Produces highly nutritious nuts rich in protein, healthy fats, vitamin E, and antioxidants.
• Long-living tree with consistent yield once established.
• Attractive flowering tree with beautiful pink-white blossoms.
• Suitable for dry and semi-arid regions with proper care.
• Can be grown in large containers or open land.

Plant Care Guide

• Sunlight: Requires full sunlight (6–8 hours daily) for proper growth and nut production.
• Soil: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil; prefers slightly alkaline to neutral pH (6.5–8).
• Temperature: Ideal range is 15°C–30°C; requires a mild winter for proper flowering.
• Spacing: Keep 15–20 feet distance between trees if planted in ground.

Watering

• Water deeply but infrequently to encourage deep root growth.
• Young plants need regular watering (2–3 times per week).
• Mature trees are drought-tolerant but benefit from watering during flowering and nut development.
• Avoid waterlogging, which can damage roots.

Fertilizers

• Apply organic compost or well-rotted manure twice a year.
• Use balanced NPK fertilizer (10-10-10) during the growing season.
• Increase phosphorus and potassium during flowering and nut formation.
• Apply micronutrients like boron and zinc if deficiency symptoms appear.

Re-potting Instructions

• Suitable for container growing when young, but eventually prefers open ground.
• Re-pot every 1–2 years in early stages.
• Choose a deep pot (at least 18–24 inches) with good drainage.
• Carefully transfer the plant without damaging roots.
• Use fresh, well-draining soil mix and water lightly after re-potting.

Fruiting Season

• Typically starts bearing nuts in 3–5 years.
• Flowering occurs in late winter to early spring.
• Nuts mature and are ready for harvest in late summer to early autumn.
• Yield improves as the tree matures.

Usage Ideas

• Consumed raw, roasted, or soaked as a healthy snack.
• Used in sweets, desserts, and bakery products.
• Added to smoothies, cereals, and health drinks.
• Used to make almond milk, oil, and butter.
• Commonly used in skincare and hair care products.

Care Tips

• Prune annually to maintain shape and improve air circulation.
• Ensure good drainage to prevent root diseases.
• Protect flowers from unexpected frost for better yield.
• Monitor for pests like aphids, mites, and borers; use organic treatments if needed.
• Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and control weeds.
• For better fruiting, planting grafted varieties is recommended over seedlings.