I have a 3-4 year old almond tree. It seems to be very healthy. I live in California and we have had a wet spring with warm weather intertwined. Most of the almonds have dropped and the few that are still on the tree have droplets of clear sap on the outside. What is wrong?
The dropping of fruit was reported in the California region.
The links below have more information.
I also found a links with information on pest and disease of Almond Tree.
Though I cannot verify the exact cause of the clear sap, the Leaffooted plant bug causes this damage and the oozing of sap from the Almonds is generally clear.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/nut-trees/almonds/growing-almond-nut-trees.htm
http://westernfarmpress.com/tree-nuts/march-nut-drop-clouds-early-season-almond-crop-price-prospects
http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/PMG/selectnewpest.almonds.html
http://www.knowmoregrowmore.com/2109/whats-causing-oozing-sap-almonds/
I had planted Indian almond sapling on the foot path near a building in Mumbai (India). Now 3 months are passed away and growth is very less. Some symptom i have seen are,Traces of cutting on leaves,no new leaves are coming but the existing one are getting bigger. I suspect the problem of root rot because i had found clay soil at the time of planting seedling. Need your advice to rectify the problem.
Thank you Sir for the valuable guidance.
I ahve read all the topic about soil improvement and use of compost or rotten mnure compost.
Before implementing this ,I want to clear my one doubt about this plant.Request you to please answer this also & guide me correctly.
I doubt that my plant is infected with fungal disease as i have seen some symptoms.Have taken photograph also but dont know how to add the photos now.
Kindly adivce
Well draining soil is key to success.
Amending the soil would help with drainage.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/how-to-improve-clay-soil.htm
http://www.indianalmondleaves.com/
I live in Saint Petersburg, Florida and was given two Almond trees last spring. I planted them and it both look very healthy. The larger one, about 20" tall, has beautiful large leaves, but they have gone from a bright green to a dark purple. Is this a concern?
This, to me, signifies either of two things: 1. They could have experienced a cold snap, or 2. The more likely issue is that it has a phosphorus deficiency. These trees are heavy feeders and will need fertilization often.
Here is an article for more information on the care of the trees: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/nut-trees/almonds/growing-almond-nut-trees.htm
Will it be possible to plant Almond trees in areas with a high clay content? Santarem, Portugal?
It is possible, but clay soil should be modified before planting to improve the drainage, and any compaction should be corrected. Adding compost or other sources of organic material will help. Also see this article:
http://cekern.ucanr.edu/Custom_Program485/Soil_Modifications-_A_Must_for_Almond_Orchards/
I have a 4 year old almond tree that seems to be having problems, leaves only spear on very few branches and wondering if it needs to be pruned back hard? I live in the High Desert California winter temperatures range from freezing to as high 110 mostly around 80 100 degrees
Pruning back some can help, but there are many other requirements for the tree that need to be met as well. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/nut-trees/almonds/growing-almond-nut-trees.htm
Last 3-4 years 8-12 yrs old trees are dropping leaves in Aug. They appear very well, then a week to ten days, leaves drop.
What you describe is possibly due to drought stress. Are you deep watering the entire root zones at least once a week during dry periods?
Fertilization and mulching to preserve soil moisture are additional insurance for plant health and resistance to drought stress.
While handpicking my split open almond drupes, I noticed a clear sticky substance dripping out of the drupes. The almond inside is also a bit sticky. Is this normal? Should I wash the almonds before drying them?
Do you know if this is a sweet or bitter almond? I would advise handling almonds with care, as some species are toxic before preparation. The sap is definitely a defense mechanism. Have you noticed any holes, or indication that there are any insects eating at the tree? I would always was anything you prepare anyways, since there is always a chance that something has gotten on the fruit.