The beautiful pink and white flowers of the almond trees typically appear closer to the middle of the winter season in Israel, as the country’s mild winter temperatures allow pollinators to be active above 15 °C. Morad explains: “The almonds fall during autumn, and the flowers appear before the leaves grow. Usually, blooming occurs at the end of January, but this year the almond trees bloomed earlier."
The sight of the almond trees in bloom often heralds the start of a new season, as they are among the first trees to bloom in spring. This year, their early blossoms add even more beauty to Israel’s natural landscapes, offering a colorful highlight to the winter season.