Nonpareil Almond Tree

Nonpareil almond tree is the most widely planted and commercially important almond cultivar in the world.

• Origin: California, USA
• Chill hours: 400 to 500 hours
• Altitude: Performs best below 1,000 meters
• Pollination: Not self-fertile; requires compatible pollinizers like Carmel, Price, or Sonora
• Tree size: Medium to large with an upright and spreading growth habit
• Harvest time: Early to mid-season, typically late August to early September
• Usage of fruits: Primarily for commercial production, snack nuts, confections, and baking
• Fruits and flavor: Soft-shelled, easy-to-crack nuts with high-quality, sweet and mild-flavored kernels