Discover Our Refined Selection of Almond Trees at Menarat Al Haouz.

At Menarat Al Haouz, we carefully select our almond trees for their superior quality. Perfectly suited to the Moroccan climate, our trees are promised optimal growth. This specific adaptation to the local climate ensures exceptional robustness and vitality, essential for the healthy development of almonds. Furthermore, at Menarat Al Haouz, our range includes high-yield varieties, carefully chosen to maximize production. This selective approach allows us to guarantee not only abundant production but also almonds of exceptional quality. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in an offering of premium almonds, renowned for their superior taste, generous size, and perfect texture.

General Information

Origin: The Ferragnès almond variety originates from the Near East and the Mediterranean.

Tree

Form: Rather erect, slightly open, moderately branched
Vigor: Very strong
Planting period: Fall
Blooming period: Mid to late
Harvest: September Pollinators: Ferraduel, Laurane, Aï, Texas, Ferrastar
Speed of fruit setting: Medium, the first significant harvest is from the 5th leaf.

Sensitivity

The variety shows relative resistance to monilia on the branch but exhibits strong sensitivity to Fusicoccum, requiring fungicidal treatments at the fall of flowers and leaves. Fortunately, it demonstrates appreciable resistance to scab and Polystigma, which enhances its robustness against these potential problems. Proactive management, especially through targeted treatments, will help preserve the overall health of the plant.

Fruit

The shell of this variety is classified as semi-soft, providing adequate protection to the kernel inside. The kernels are double, representing 0% of the total weight, and have an elongated shape, moderate thickness, slight roughness, with a brown color. Each kernel weighs on average between 1.4 and 1.7 g. This variety is suitable for all uses, lends itself well to blanching, and is recognized by processors for the quality of its kernel. The shelling yield is evaluated between 35 and 40%, highlighting its efficiency in producing high-quality almonds.

General Information

Origin: France – INRA, Ferragnès x Tuono.

Tree

Form: Open and weeping
Vigor: Strong in the first years then medium
Harvest: Early, around September 1st
Blooming period: Late, three days after Ferragnès
Pollinators: The Lauranne almond tree is capable of self-pollination as an autofertile tree. However, to optimize crop yield, the proximity of other almond varieties is recommended. Choices such as Ferraduel, Ferragnès, and Texas are mentioned as effective pollinators for the Lauranne almond tree, which can contribute to improving the overall quality and quantity of the harvest.

Sensitivity

The Lauranne almond variety is renowned for its low sensitivity to fusicoccum disease, making it particularly attractive to producers. This characteristic plays a crucial role in preserving the health of the tree and can positively contribute to its productivity.

Fruit

The shell of this variety is classified as semi-hard, offering intermediate protection to the kernel inside. The kernels are double, accounting for 5 to 20% of the total weight, and are characterized by their small size and distinctive light brown color. Each kernel weighs on average between 0.9 and 1.2 g. This variety is suitable for all uses, with a shelling yield estimated between 32 and 38%. Its size is considered medium.

General Information

Origin: France – INRA, Ferralise x Tuono

Tree

Form: Rather erect, but the branches bend under the weight of the fruit
Vigor: Medium
Harvest: Early, around September 1st in Nîmes
Blooming period: Late, beginning of March
Pollinators: Can self-pollinate, but also benefits from the presence of other varieties like Lauranne
Speed of fruit setting: From the 3rd leaf.

Sensitivity

Disease sensitivity: Susceptible to scab, moderately sensitive to fusicoccum

Fruit

The Mandaline almond variety is characterized by a shell of medium hardness, offering a balance between firmness and flexibility. The kernels, although double, are considered of low quality, with relatively reduced flesh. The kernels are thick and of small size, weighing on average between 0.8 and 1.1 grams. Versatile, this variety is suitable for all culinary uses. The shelling yield ranges between 25 and 35%, determining the proportion of edible almond obtained. In summary, Mandaline presents balanced characteristics, suitable for various applications.

General Information

Origin: The Tuono almond variety originates from Italy, where it has been used as a crossbreed for many varieties

Tree

Form: Open
Vigor: Medium
Harvest: Early, mid/end of August
Blooming period: Late
Pollinators: Self-fertile variety; pollination with Ferraduel, Ferragnès, Ferrastar, FilippoCeo, Fra Giulio Grande, Genco, Texas
Speed of fruit setting: Fast

Sensitivity

Highly susceptible to Monilia, Fusicoccum, and Leaf Necrosis

Fruit

This almond variety is characterized by a hard shell, double kernels representing between 25 and 35% of the nut. The kernels have an elongated-elliptical shape, with an average weight of 1.6 grams. Suitable for all culinary uses, this variety shows a high shelling yield of 41%.

General Information

Origin: France – INRA, Crisomoto x Aï

Tree

Form: Semi-erect
Vigor: Medium to strong
Harvest: September
Blooming period: Very late, in March
Pollinators: The Ferraduel almond variety requires cross-pollination to produce fruit. Ferragnès and Picantilli varieties are often used as pollinators for the Ferraduel variety.
Speed of fruit setting: Fast

Sensitivity

Good disease resistance, moderately sensitive to fusicoccum, susceptible to scab

Fruit

This almond variety is characterized by a hard shell, without the presence of double kernels, meaning the entire almond is edible. The kernels have a wide and flat shape, dark brown color, with rather thin skins. Weighing on average between 1.3 and 1.4 grams, these almonds are suited for all culinary uses. The shelling yield is estimated between 25 and 28%, indicating the proportion of edible almonds obtained after the shelling process.

General Information

Origin: Spain
Use: used in pastry and fresh consumption.

Tree

Form: Open
Vigor: Medium
Harvest: October
Blooming period: Early
Fruit Setting Speed: Very rapid
Pollination: The Marcona variety is characterized by a late blooming, indicating it produces flowers late in the season. This feature makes it susceptible to cross-pollination with other almond varieties. Varieties such as Guara, Filippo, Béraude, and Tournefort are commonly used as pollinators for this variety.

Sensitivity

Although the variety shows good overall resistance, it is important to note a certain sensitivity to monilia on the flowers.

Fruit

The shell is described as “hard,” providing robust protection to the kernel inside. The kernels of this variety do not have a double core, meaning they are entirely edible. Their shape is described as “rounded,” adding a distinctive dimension. Although the average weight is not specified, this variety is commonly used in pastry making and can also be consumed fresh.

General Information

Origin: France

Tree

Form: Open and weeping
Vigor: Strong in the first years then medium
Harvest: Early, around September 1st
Blooming period: Late, three days after Ferragnès
Pollinators: The almond tree of the Lauranne variety is capable of self-pollination as an autofertile tree. However, to optimize crop yield, the proximity of other almond varieties is recommended. Choices such as Ferraduel, Ferragnès, and Texas are mentioned as effective pollinators for the Lauranne almond tree, which can contribute to improving the overall quality and quantity of the harvest.

Sensitivity

The Lauranne almond variety is renowned for its low sensitivity to fusicoccum disease, making it particularly attractive to producers. This characteristic plays a crucial role in preserving the health of the tree and can positively contribute to its productivity.

Fruit

The shell of this variety is classified as semi-hard, offering intermediate protection to the kernel inside. The kernels are double, accounting for 5 to 20% of the total weight, and are characterized by their small size and distinctive light brown color. Each kernel weighs on average between 0.9 and 1.2 g. This variety is suitable for all uses, with a shelling yield estimated between 32 and 38%. Its size is considered medium.

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