Macadamia integrifolia

Macadamia nut tree

A beautiful, slow-growing nut tree that attracts birds, bees and butterflies.

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Macadamia integrifolia
Common Name	Macadamia nut tree
Also Known As	Macadamia nut tree
SA Tree No
Tree Type	Evergreen
Attracts	Birds, Bees, Butterflies
Features	Shade Tree, Treehouse Friendly
Flowering Season	Spring
Focal	No
Fragrant	No
Frost Tolerance	Hardy
Fruiting Season	Spring, Autumn
Growth Rate	Slow <500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	Yes
Origin	Exotic
Soil pH
Root System	Not Aggressive
Soil Type	Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size	Large
Suitable Planting Area	Full Sun, Semi-Shade

Fruit, Citrus & Nut Trees Pricing

Bag Size	Price Range Incl. VAT
4L / 5L	NA
7L / 10L	R40-R400
20L	R300-R500
50L	R600-R800
100L / 200L	R900-R2000

Description

The Macadamia nut tree is a large, spreading evergreen that provides shade all year round. It’s a unique tree that bears edible nuts and produces pink to white coloured flowers.

The Macadamia nut tree has a lifespan of around 40-60 years and is admired as an ornamental plant in any large garden landscape. It can also be used as an indoor or container plant due to its minimal leaf shedding.

Young trees need to be protected from frost
Tolerates temperatures as low as -1°C
Estimated height: 20m
Estimated width: 10m
Planting distance: 10 by 6m
Drought-resistant

Cultivars: Keaau, Kakea, Kau, Purvis, Pahala, Mauka and Makai.

Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.

Water requirements: Water regularly.

Fun facts: Macadamia nuts have high nutritional value and may help lower the risk of heart disease and may help ward off cancer.