Desert Almond (Fasciculata)

The Desert Almond (Fasciculata) is generally described as a perennial shrub. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The greatest bloom is usually observed in the early spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until fall. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Desert Almond (Fasciculata) has a moderate life span relative to most other plant species and a slow growth rate. At maturity, the typical Desert Almond (Fasciculata) will reach up to 6 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 6 feet.

The Desert Almond (Fasciculata) is usually not commercially available except under contract. It can be propagated by bare root, container, cuttings, seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have medium vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below 12°F. has high tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.