Almonds grow on trees, specifically the almond tree, Prunus dulcis, which is native to the Mediterranean. The almond tree can grow up to 15 feet tall and is known for its aromatic, white-pinkish flowers pollinated by honeybees. The tree produces fruit called a drupe, which resembles a peach or plum. The drupe fruit contains a small pit in the middle exposed when the fleshy exterior dries and splits open. That pit is then harvested by a machine and prepared in several ways for consumption. Industrial producers plant almond trees in large orchards where climates are hot and dry in the summer and cool and moist in the winter. 80% of the world’s almond supply is produced in California’s farmlands; the other 20% is found in Mediterranean countries like Spain and Italy. Almond trees are deciduous with a hardy dormancy and typically grow 3–4.5 meters (10–15 feet) tall. The ideal soil for almonds is fertile and well-drained, with plenty of organic matter to retain moisture.