nut variety in zone 8b
Mission almond in zone 8b
Mission · Prunus dulcis
- Zone
- 8b 15°F to 20°F
- Growing season
- 260 days
- Chill needed
- 200 to 500 below 45°F
- Days to harvest
- 180 to 240
The verdict
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About Mission
Sweet, rich, hard-shelled medium kernels; baking, processing, traditional almonds. Late-blooming California heritage variety, often the pollinizer for Nonpareil.
Critical timing for zone 8b
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Common challenges in zone 8b
- ▸ Low chill hours limit apple variety selection
- ▸ Citrus greening risk
- ▸ Nematodes in sandy soils
Modified care for zone 8b
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Mission in adjacent zones
Other almond varieties for zone 8b
Frequently asked questions
- Will Mission almond grow in zone 8b?
Yes. Mission is recommended for USDA zones 7b through 9a, which includes zone 8b.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 8b?
Almond needs 200 to 500 chill hours. Zone 8b typically meets this range; check local microclimate against historical chill totals to confirm.
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