Independence

Variety of Almond · Prunus dulcis

Self-fertile modern California variety – Nonpareil-like quality without pollenizer rows.

🇺🇸 USA 2008

Taste & characteristics

mildnuttysweet

Given in thirds of a month (early / mid / late) for the northern hemisphere in a temperate climate; altitude and season shift them.

Light, smooth Nonpareil-style kernel; soft to semi-hard shell.

Self-fertile, compact habit; allows single-variety blocks with reduced bee dependence.

High, even yields; rapidly expanding acreage.

Cuts pollination costs – the key modern trend in almond growing.

Site, soil, hardiness and growth follow the species Almond unless the variety states otherwise. Will it grow where you live? → Check your site on the species page

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