Nuts, nuts, nuts today we are growing (not going) nuts. Yay! We love all different kinds from growing peanuts to growing pecans and also growing almonds. We just can’t get enough of them because they are loaded with healthy oils and nutrients that our bodies need. Anywho, you want to know how to grow macadamia nut trees, right? Well then, keep on reading.
Although there are quite a few different varieties of macadamia trees, only two of them produce nuts that you can enjoy. So when buying at your local nursery ask for either the Macadamia integrifolia or the Macadamia tetraphylla. These trees will thrive in most zones that remain frost free all year. For those in the colder regions, you may want to grow your tree in a container which you can bring indoors during the cold months.
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Here’s What You’ll Need:
- macadamia seeds or grafted seedlings
- 1% nitrogen fertilizer
- mulch
- pruning shears
- perlite or sand (optional)
Your tree will require well drained soil and full sun, so keep this in mind when you are scouting for a location. Although these trees can be grown from seed, it is recommended that you grow them from grafted seedlings. The later will take between 4 to 6 years to produce fruit, whilst the seed started tree can take as many as 12 years to produce fruit.
Deep water at planting, then water regularly for the younger trees until matured. Make sure you apply some mulch to conserve moisture and keep the weeds at bay. Fertilizer can be applied at the beginning of the gardening season and then another application mid season. Prune once every year in early spring and keep an eye out for thrips, mites as well as scales. The nuts are ready for harvest when their skin starts to crack and they should be shelled within 24 hours.
You can get more information on the Balcony Garden Web blog, here…
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