The small to medium-sized macadamia tree blooms from the end of winter to the beginning of spring with pendulous, fragrant cream blossoms. It has glossy, lobed, wavy leaves. Spherical green fruits with a hard brown shell covering a soft round kernel known as the macadamia nut are produced in the autumn. heightens to about 10–20 metres. Apply an organic mulch and plant in a moist, well-drained soil. Use a fertiliser made specifically for native plants. At the end of the spring or summer, prune to form. Medium tolerance towards frost.
The rough shell macadamia is an ideal plant for a beginner or easy-going plant to add to your collection.
Light requirement: Full Sun
Water requirement: Medium
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Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Fast
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Drought tolerance: Medium
Frost tolerance: Medium
Wind tolerance: High
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Colour: Green
Variegation: No
Size: Small/medium
Seasonality: Evergreen
Flowering: Yes; profuse/bright display
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Fruit: Yes