Macadamia nut trees (genus Macadamia) are evergreen trees native to Australia, known for their rich, buttery-tasting nuts. Here's an overview of the plant:
Leaves: Macadamia trees have large, glossy, leathery leaves that are dark green. The leaves are lance-shaped or elliptical, typically 4–12 inches long, and can have a smooth or slightly wavy edge.
Flowers: The flowers are small and white, arranged in long, dense clusters (inflorescences) that can reach up to 10 inches long. These flowers have a delicate, sweet fragrance and are pollinated by bees. Flowering typically happens in late winter to early spring.
Fruit: The macadamia nut itself is encased in a hard, woody shell, with a smooth, edible seed inside. The fruit is a round or oval-shaped nut, often around 1 to 2 inches in diameter, and the nut is known for its high oil content. The hard shell makes harvesting challenging, and it requires specialized equipment to crack open.
Size: Macadamia trees can grow to be quite large, reaching up to 40–50 feet in height (sometimes smaller in cultivation), with a wide canopy. In cultivation, they are often pruned to a manageable height for easier harvesting, usually around 10–20 feet.
Root System: These trees have a deep root system that helps them access water and nutrients from deep in the soil. This makes them relatively drought-tolerant once established, although they do prefer consistent moisture, especially during the growing season.
Climate and Soil Preferences: Macadamia trees thrive in subtropical and tropical climates. They require well-drained soil and plenty of sunlight. They are sensitive to frost, which can damage the leaves and hinder fruit production.
Growth Habit: The trees grow slowly, especially when young, and they typically take about 7–10 years to produce a significant nut harvest after planting. Once mature, they can produce fruit for many years.
In cultivation, macadamia trees are valued for both their nuts and their wood, which is strong and resistant to decay.
✅Planting And Care
✅Sunlight
Sunlight of more than 6 hours a day is ideal for flowering and fruit development of the plant.
✅Soil
The soil should be well drained, fertile and rich in organic content.
✅Watering
Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
Apply 4 cup(approx. 200 ml) of water when the top soil (1-2 inch) in the pot feels dry to touch.
Do not overwater the plant.
As a rule of thumb, water the plants thoroughly in summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.
Water should be applied preferably in the morning or evening.
✅Application of Fertilizer
Before application of fertilizer loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so, it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.
Apply organic fertilizer once a month during the main growing season (December-February)
Apply water immediately after application of fertilizer.
✅Re-potting
When a plant outgrows in current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.
Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition.
✅Plant Protection
Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.
For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.
✅Don’ts
Do not over-water the plant especially when pot does not have drainage holes.
REC: After getting (( VERY VERY IMPORTANT )) the plants, AVOID exposing them to direct sunlight as it can cause leaf BURN. AVOID overwatering your plants. The primary reason for outdoor plant demise is excessive watering.
Planting: Excavate a hole double the size in width and depth compared to the polybag that contains your plant. Fill it up, blending compost with the topsoil. Insert the plant into the newly loosened soil. It is essential to water both Rare Live Plant & Regular (Morning 300ml).
NOTE 1: The plant may appear dry due to transportation time.Aquinnah however, the plant is still healthy because it is an outdoor plant. Place it back in the soil, apply the included fertilizer, water it, and monitor it for a week. It will restore its freshness.
Note 2: image is for reference only. Appearance of actual product may vary based on factors such as climate, age, and height.
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