Almonds, landing and care

Almonds is a shrub or tree that gained popularity in the southern regions of many countries of the world (primarily in Asia). This plant attracts many people not only with a unique appearance, but also fruits that are characterized by colossal benefit.

Experts note that the tree (or shrub) of the almond can easily grow in almost any conditions, however, it must be remembered that there are a lot of effort and perseverance for this process, especially if something like this is planned on the ground, where the almond is practically not Meets.

It should be noted that almond bloom is a unique phenomenon that cannot be compared to any other. Therefore, planting this shrub will be an excellent solution for people who want to significantly transform the appearance of the site. When landing at once several trees, the territory will look fantastic.

In some cases, almonds can be a large tree that will create a large shadow on the site.

Separately I would like to talk about the fruits of almond. They are actively used in medicine, and in cooking, so such a shrub will only benefit, and comprehensive. In this article, we will focus in detail on the features of landing and care for almonds, as well as consider the basic details related to this tree.

Features Almonds

To begin with, it is worth noting that almonds are truly ancient vegetable culture, which appeared in Western Asia in a few centuries BC. Since then, almonds have not lost popularity - on the contrary, now its fruits are used in a wide variety of spheres, and often they are indispensable.

Use almonds in cooking

Of course, in the first place it is necessary to consider all those sides of the almonds that are associated with the use of fruits in cooking:

• Grains almond. They are used in food, however, they must be fresh, salty and roasted. Also, the seeds can be used as spices, and often they are used in the preparation of chocolate, products from the dough, liqueurs and a lot of others. Ultimately, it turns out a pleasant delicate taste of products. Italian liqueur "Amareto" can be noted, which has the most unique aroma of almonds. Many connoisseurs of the taste of almond seeds often use them as a kind of snack under beer.
• Milk almond. It is interesting that it is the substitute for ordinary cow's milk, thus, almond milk enjoys considerable popularity among strict vegetarians. In many European countries, drinks based on almond milk are actively produced, which is mixed with other ingredients. For example, in France, such water is called Orashad.
• As for full-fledged dishes, it makes sense to mark marzipan. This "culinary miracle" is created on the basis of sugar syrup and ground almond, as well as Praline. Of course, this dish has no analogues, and largely due to almond.
• Almond cream is used to prepare a variety of cakes. The same cream is often the basis of the filling for buns. Almond cookies are also an unusual delicacy that in the world enjoys colossal demand.

Especially often almonds are used in Chinese and Indonesian cuisines. Moreover, this ingredient is added to the overwhelming majority of dishes, including in fig, and in meat.

Almost every year new products manufactured on the basis of (or with a small use) of almonds appear on sale. There is no doubt that in the near future the presence of almonds in products will be significantly expanded.

Use almonds in medicine

Surely many have heard that almonds is an indispensable resource in cosmetology and medicine. And this is true, especially if we are talking about making cosmetics.

• Almond oil and seeds. First of all, it is worth it in mind that almond oil is actively used among people who want to rejuvenate the skin, make it softer and silky. It is possible that the expectations associated with the effect of oil, too overestimated, but there is still a certain benefit from it.
• The so-called "almond bran" are also used as a medical and cosmetics.
• Ethnoscience. Of course, given that almonds are actively used in different fields of Millennium, it can be safely argued that at certain periods it was a common medical device. Even today, almonds are applied in folk medicine, for example, it is accepted with diabetes mellitus. Separate characteristics argue that almond helps from insomnia, and can also act as a sedative. In some cases, it is recommended to take almonds during meteorism, with throat diseases.

Interestingly, every year the use of almonds in production increases, and we are talking about a wide variety of products. To date, the usual leadership in the market is occupied by the United States, which in 2011 released 731 thousand tons of almonds.

Grains Almond

Of course, the most important advantage of the almond is precisely in the most cherished grains. Many manufacturers of drinks, as well as other products use almonds, and often emphasizing this attention. Ultimately, it turns out that consumers who are not best oriented in this kind of "exotic" components are solved try the products and remain satisfied.

The grains themselves are large enough, and a large amount of such fruits can be found on the shrub.

We have already mentioned earlier that almond has many useful properties. In addition, the indispensable components of this product are indispensable for some people suffering from certain illnesses. At the same time, the grains of almonds possess some disadvantages to which attention should be paid. First of all, too many almond grains should not be used, it is also not recommended to try more immature fruits. The taste they are acidic, and they contain a lot of acid that can provoke an allergic reaction.

Doctors note that almond itself is extremely difficult to digest, so people with a weak intestine should be careful with this product. In absolutely not foreshadowing situations, almonds can lead to poisoning. If the almonds have a bitter taste, it is better to refuse it. Sinyl Acid beans is a truly poisonous substance. It comes across the fruits extremely rare, but such situations still had a place to be.

Well, at the end I would like to note that the regular use of almonds does not most likely affect people with heart problems. It makes sense to limit himself in this regard, since nothing bad can happen from a small amount of almond.

Landing almonds

Obviously, 2 options can be used for planting almonds. The first is to plant the bone of the fetus directly, and the second is in planting a seedling. Of course, it is recommended to use the second way, since it is the easiest and most effective. It is extremely difficult to grow almonds from the bone - it is extremely difficult, since there will be a lot of attempts to this matter.

In the event that there is a desire to grow a tree from a bone, it is best to deal with this business in the spring. Then there is the greatest chance to quickly get the desired result.

In addition, as for planting seedlings, it is necessary to use at least 3 plants for guaranteed fruitiness. With this scenario, almonds will delight with its fruits regularly. It is best to acquire seedlings with a room of land at the root. This greatly simplifies the planting process. It is only necessary to dug a small hole.

As for the place of landing of the almond, it is recommended to pay attention to the landing site. It is impossible to plant almonds in too sunny places, especially where there is no wind. You need to search for moderately wet soil, which is the best basis for this plant. It is advisable to dug a few holes, the distance between which will be 3 m. The depth of the pits themselves should be about 25 cm.

Also, seedlings need to be tied to small supports, as in the natural situation the village can break from a variety of factors. It is best to pay attention to reed supports that can be easily found in large supermarkets or in garden shops.

The bottom of the landing pit is advisable to fall asleep with rubble, as well as a layer of sand. In addition, lime is often adding to the ground. In the event that the soil has a lot of sand in its composition, the landing will be successfully and without any additional events. If we have fertile soil, then it may be not the best basis for planting almonds. Such a specificity of this culture.

People who dealt with almonds note that this tree is actually unpredictable. It is about the fact that almond can be removed in one soil, and at the same time suddenly stop developing to another. As already mentioned, it is better to use several seedlings to increase the chance of success.

Watering almonds

With irrigation, everything is quite simple. First of all, it is necessary to understand that almonds also require a certain humidity, therefore, if the soil has become dry, there is a need for abundant surface watering. You can immediately use a whole bucket of water.

• But it is impossible to overdo it. In the event that the soil is already wet, and immediately was poured a bucket of water, this may not affect the root system.
• If irrigation occurs too rarely, it is also not the best situation for a tree. Almond will reduce the period of its flowering, as well as the amount of fruits will decrease. Therefore, at least with a small regularity you need to pay attention to this plant.

Care for almonds

Grinding almonds

Despite the fact that almonds in some areas are increasingly growing and develops without the participation of a person, with the cultivation of a tree in the country area, it is still necessary to carry out regular trimming. First of all, you need to cut dry branches, as well as those parts of the tree that were amazed by one or another disease. In order to shape the crown of a tree often cut apart annual shoots. Obviously, it is necessary to be restrained with trimming branches, since each living and a healthy branch has tremendous importance, especially if the almonds are still in the actual growth phase.

Mind fertilizer

Of course, the fertilizer of almonds will definitely give a positive effect, especially if the conditions in which the tree is not the best. Accordingly, for fertilizer it is advisable to use manure (in the autumn period), as well as sulfur potassium and superphosphate (winter period). Too often carry out the fertilizer of the soil.

If the almond is actively growing and developing under existing conditions, no additional funds are not used. Additionally, you should still consult with people who have experience in the cultivation of almonds, as situations and conditions in which this tree can be, a whole set.

Diseases and pests almonds

• Most often, almond amazes the so-called "gray rot". This is a common disease, and that the most important, truly effective ways of protection simply do not exist. At the same time, for prevention, experts recommend trigging branches that look infected or simply dry. If you do this on time, then the problems most likely will be avoided.
• I would like to note another disease - moniliosis. This ailment is not so often occasionally, however, it is possible to carry out regular prevention, which will unambiguously save from this problem. We are talking about spraying a tree by bordrian water. It is not necessary to do this too much, but some regularity should still be observed.

There are still a lot of other diseases, but they are even less likely, as well as they are often common with many other trees.

As for pests, the animals that are in the farm are often. They can damage almonds, eating leaves and fruits. To minimize this problem, it is worth paying attention to the possibility of creating fencing around the landings. In the event that almonds attack insects or beetles, it is worth paying attention to the possibility of treating plant leaves with soap. Most often it allows the problem.

Again, as in many other cases, the protection of almonds from pests and diseases depends on the terrain on which the tree or bush grows. Accordingly, it is from this that needs to be repel when choosing the best protective methods. Specialists will help in these issues.

Almond grade

Often the hosts wishing to grow almonds make the decision to plant exactly the grade of this culture, which is characterized by large sizes and fertility. However, not everything is as simple as it may seem at first glance. Almond varieties are chosen on the basis of the territory on which landing will occur. Accordingly, if we choose not that grade, the probability of successful growth of culture is extremely small.

In the ground, Yalta's variety or "Foros" is often grown. Accordingly, in this case the landing occurs in the southern regions. Interestingly, even on the territory of Crimea, almonds may not be so simple, and for its growth it is necessary to use a special variety.

In the northern regions it is advisable to conduct the cultivation of almonds in the so-called personnel. Of course, it will not be able to grow too large bush, but there is a lot of sizes such a plant can achieve. In addition, you can try to transplant almonds. The steppe grade of almonds is grown directly in the tub. Bad news is that the steppe almond is poisonous, so it does not have to rely on the fruits.

Specification of almond grains

Obviously, people who grow almonds are primarily interested in collecting the fruits of this tree. Thus, you need to know the specifics of this process, as well as some interesting details.

• Almond bloom begins in April. At the same time, the tree begins to smell pleasantly.
• Already after flowering passes, the fruits of almond begins to form. Often, maturation occurs closer to the middle of summer, but some grades are happy with their ripeness in early June.
• In order to collect almonds, you need to make sure that the fruits begin to crack. Immediately you can separate the outer shell from the fetus itself. After that, there is a drying of the fetus within a few days. Well, then you can eat grains in food, or for some other purposes.

It is worth paying attention to the fact that ahead of time to collect almonds is unlikely to succeed, as the outer shell of almonds (non-shell) will be quite tough. This makes it clear that the time for collecting has not yet come.