Nikita's Pride Almond Tree – A Cold-Hardy Almond Tree for Diverse Climates! 🌳🥜

The Nikita's Pride Almond Tree (Prunus dulcis ‘Nikita’s Pride’) is a rare and exceptional variety developed for cold-hardiness, late blooming, and high nut yields. Originally bred at the Nikita Botanical Garden in Ukraine, this almond tree was designed to thrive in colder regions where traditional almond trees struggle. With its ability to withstand freezing temperatures, Nikita’s Pride is one of the best almond varieties for northern growers. It produces soft-shelled almonds with a sweet, rich flavor, perfect for snacking, baking, making almond butter, and homemade almond milk. In spring, this tree becomes an ornamental delight, showcasing stunning pink and white blossoms that attract pollinators.

🌿 USDA Growing Zones & Chill Hours

Best suited for USDA Zones 5-8, thriving in cooler climates with late spring frosts.
Requires approximately 600-800 chill hours to ensure proper flowering and nut production.

🌸 Pollination & Fruit Production

Self-Pollinating: Does not require another tree for nut production, but planting multiple trees improves yields.
Produces medium to large, soft-shell almonds with a sweet, nutty flavor.
Ripens late summer to early fall, typically from September through October.

🌳 How to Plant & Grow a Nikita’s Pride Almond Tree

📍 Best Planting Location

Full Sun: Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for maximum nut production.
Well-Draining Soil: Prefers sandy loam to loamy soil with good drainage.
Spacing: Plant trees 15-20 feet apart to allow ample room for growth.

🌱 Step-by-Step Planting Instructions

Prepare the Soil: Enrich with compost or organic matter to improve fertility and drainage.
Dig a Hole: Twice the width and depth of the root ball.
Position the Tree: Place the tree in the hole, ensuring the graft union is above soil level.
Backfill & Water: Fill the hole with soil, gently press it down, and water thoroughly.
Mulch: Apply Weed Pro Weed Mats or mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Support: Use a Max Growth Tree Shelter to protect young trees from harsh weather and pests.

🌿 Ongoing Care & Maintenance

💧 Watering: Water deeply once a week, adjusting based on climate and rainfall.
✂️ Pruning: Prune annually in late winter to maintain shape and encourage fruiting wood.
🍂 Fertilizing: Use Nutra-Pro 1st Year Fertilizer Packs for steady nutrients and strong root development.
🛡️ Protection: Use Max Growth Tree Shelters to shield young plants from pests and frost.

🥜 Nut Ripening Time, Taste & Uses

Ripens September through October, producing a late-season harvest.
Produces soft-shell almonds with a sweet, rich flavor.
Perfect for snacking, baking, roasting, making almond butter, almond flour, and almond milk.

🥧 Delicious Almond Recipes

1. Homemade Almond Butter 🥜

2 cups roasted Nikita’s Pride almonds
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp sea salt
1 tbsp coconut oil

Instructions: Blend almonds until smooth, add honey and oil, and mix well. Store in an airtight jar.

2. Almond-Crusted Chicken 🍗

2 boneless chicken breasts
½ cup crushed almonds
1 egg, beaten
1 tbsp Dijon mustard

Instructions: Coat chicken in mustard and egg, then press into crushed almonds. Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes.

3. Almond Flour Banana Muffins 🍌

1 cup almond flour
2 ripe bananas
2 eggs
½ tsp baking powder

Instructions: Mash bananas, mix all ingredients, pour into muffin tins, and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.

🌿 Essential Products for Maximum Growth

✅ Nutra-Pro 1st Year Fertilizer Packs – Encourages strong root development and high nut yields.
✅ Soil Moist Transplant Mix – Helps retain moisture and prevent transplant stress.
✅ Max Growth Tree Shelter – Protects young trees from pests and weather damage.
✅ Weed Pro Weed Mats – Prevents weeds from competing for nutrients and moisture.

🛒 Why Buy from Ty Ty Plant Nursery, LLC?

✅ Large Selection – Find the best nut trees for your orchard.
✅ Highest Quality – Healthy, well-rooted trees guaranteed to thrive.
✅ Fastest Shipping – Delivered fresh and ready to plant.
✅ Free One-Year Plantsurance Guarantee – Receive store credit if your tree doesn’t survive.

🌳 Grow your own Nikita’s Pride Almond Tree today! Order now from Ty Ty Plant Nursery, LLC and enjoy fresh, homegrown almonds for years to come! 🥜🌿🌳