Macadamia Seedlings
Likely Macadamia integrifolia or Macadamia tetraphylla.
A stunning evergreen tree native to Australia, prized for its creamy, high-fat nuts and glossy foliage. Seed-grown trees can eventually produce nuts, but unlike grafted varieties, they take longer to mature and have genetic variation. These trees can still make excellent long-term shade trees, windbreaks, or additions to large edible landscapes, especially in warm, frost-free areas. When small needs some shade.
Features:
Ideal prune height: 3–5m
pH range: 5.5–6.5
Sun preference: Full sun, shade when under 2m.
Minimum pot size by year 5: 100L
Time to fruit: 6–12 years from seed
Harvest period: Late summer to autumn
Notable traits: Attracts bees, long-lived, high-value nuts, drought-tolerant once established
Seed-grown macadamias need well-drained soil and protection from strong winds while young. Mulch well, water deeply in dry spells, and avoid root disturbance. Regular pruning helps manage size. They benefit from trace minerals like boron and calcium for nut development.
A great tree if you have space and patience—grows into a majestic producer with beautiful leaves, tasty nuts, and long-term value. In Perth expect 3-4m.
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