Butte Almond Tree

Butte has been used to pollinate the late Nonpareil bloom. It’s susceptible to brown rot but is a semi-hard shell variety that is resistant to navel orangeworm. It yields well, but usually commands a lower price than varieties in the Carmel or California marketing groups Almond trees are deep rooted and should be planted in deep, fertile, and well-draining sandy loam. Almond trees should be planted 19 to 26 feet (6-8 m.) apart and irrigated despite the fact that the trees are drought tolerant. An application of nitrogen and organic fertilizer will aid in growth. Almond trees require full sun, particularly morning sun, and well-drained soil. A tree that sits in wet soil will develop fungal problems easily. For areas with standing water in the soil, your tree will need to be planted in a raised bed over the native soil.