A new and distinct variety of almond tree which is somewhat similar to the `Peerless` almond tree, but distinguished therefrom by producing fruit that matures three to five days later for harvesting, hulling and shipping than the fruit produced by the `Peerless` almond tree, and which further produces a high quality fruit of medium size and possessing a soft shell; an important different characteristic from the `Peerless` variety. Specifically, the `Peerless` shell requires that a metal cracker be used to remove the kernel from the shell, whereas the `Durango` kernel can be removed with the use of one's fingers. This new invention has a rich flavor and is comparatively free of doubles (kernels in the shell).