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Macadamia Maroochy (Macadamia tetraphylla)
A commercial very productive cropper and may also be used as an evergreen specimen tree with new foliage being a coppery-green colour.
Rich in vegetable protein, very high in good oil, high in selenium – element often scarce in New Zealand soils which is good for male fertility. No Cholesterol but reportedly can reduce blood cholesterol if eaten regularly each week. Excellent snack food.
On a mature tree you can expect about 13-25kg of nuts per harvest.
Cutting grown plants so will fruit a lot sooner than the equivalent seed grown plant.
Plant Care
Light |
Full sun, warm position |
Water |
Consistent even watering, more when tree is very young |
Soil |
Prone to root rot, do not like wet soils though quite resistant to drought so a well-drained soil is required. Moisture stress can result in fruit drop. Water regularly and deeply during dry periods. Will handle a wide range of soil types from heavy to sandy |
Fertiliser |
Balanced fertiliser twice a year, slightly lower in nitrogen if possible |
Wind |
Shelter from strong winds |
Frost |
Young trees need protection from frosts. Then they can handle down to -3°C. Wrapping trunks in cardboard or foil will help protect for first five years |
Fruiting |
1-3 years for grafted or cutting grown and 7-10 years from seeds |
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