🌰 Macadamia Nut Plant – Growing & Care Guide

Macadamia is a premium nut tree known for its rich, buttery nuts and high commercial value. It is suitable for subtropical regions and can be grown in farms and large home gardens with proper care.

Common cultivated species:

Macadamia integrifolia

Macadamia tetraphylla

🌱 Growing Instructions

Climate: Subtropical to mild tropical climate preferred.

Temperature: Ideal range 18°C–30°C. Sensitive to severe frost.

Rainfall: 1000–2000 mm annually (well-distributed).

Soil: Deep, well-drained loamy soil (pH 5.0–6.5). Avoid waterlogging.

Sunlight: Requires full sunlight for best nut production.

Planting Distance: 6–8 meters apart.

Watering: Regular irrigation during flowering and nut development.

Best Planting Time: June–August (monsoon) or early spring.

Bearing Age: 4–6 years (grafted plants yield earlier).

🌿 Care Instructions

Fertilizer: Apply organic manure yearly; balanced NPK in split doses.

Mulching: Essential to retain soil moisture and protect shallow roots.

Pruning: Light pruning to maintain canopy shape and airflow.

Pest & Disease Control: Monitor for nut borers, aphids, and fungal diseases.

Wind Protection: Young plants should be protected from strong winds.

🌰 Uses of Macadamia

Consumed as roasted or salted nuts

Used in chocolates, bakery, and desserts

Rich in healthy fats and antioxidants

High export and premium market demand

Suitable for commercial orchard farming