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Flowers very early — needs sheltered position to protect blossom from late frost. Self-fertile varieties available. Most successful in warmer NA and southern EU regions.
🐛 Prone to: Aphids, Spider mites.
Attract Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybirds, Parasitic wasps, Predatory mites, Minute pirate bugs to keep them in check — plant African MarigoldExcellent, AngelicaGood and AniseGood nearby.
Gleditsia triacanthos
tree
Thrives in the same full sun, low water conditions as Almond
Almond is usually grown from grafting rather than seed. A shoot of the desired plant is joined onto a compatible rootstock so the two grow together.
Water: Low · Height: 600 cm · Soil: Well-draining, sandy, alkaline — dislikes wet soil
