Macadamia Mature Seedling

Macadamia seedlings are a great low-cost option for growers wanting to raise a nut tree from scratch. These are grown from seed, not grafted, so each tree is genetically unique. While they take longer to fruit (often 6–10 years), many produce excellent nuts and can live over 50 years. Their lush, glossy leaves and dense canopy also make them a beautiful evergreen feature in the garden.

Features

Ideal prune height: 3–5 m

pH range: 5.5–6.5

Sun preference: Full sun

Minimum pot size year 5: 45 L

Time to fruit: 6–10 years from seed

Harvest period: March to July (varies)

Notable traits: Long-lived, beautiful tree, strong root system, good for hedging or food forest canopy

Seedling macadamias thrive in deep, well-drained soils enriched with compost, clay, and trace minerals. Add mulch and keep watered in dry periods until established. They prefer slightly acidic conditions and benefit from light pruning to encourage strong framework. Unlike grafted trees, seedlings grow on their own roots, which gives them better resilience in the long term and often greater vigour.

Perfect for food forests, mixed orchards, and patient gardeners who want to grow a legacy tree with potential for high yields. Seedling macadamias are tougher than people think and well worth the wait.

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