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MACADAMIA integrifolia
Commonly known as Macadamia nut, Queensland nut
Glossy green leaves with wavy margins. Flowers are pink or white followed by woody edible fruits. Requires winter protection and needs a hot sunny sheltered position
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowCan be grown as a container subject when young and moved into protection for the winter
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Place of originAustralia (Queensland, New South Wales)
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EvergreenGlossy green leaves to 20cm (8in) long and 10cm (4in) wide
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White
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Tender (greenhouse & conservatory)
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Entire
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Oblong
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Height10m (33ft)
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Spread10m (33ft)
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TreeSmall to medium tree. Wavy-edged leaves appear in whorls. Flowers are drooping and bottlebrush-like
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouseTolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F)
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Scented flowers
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harmful if eatenNuts harmful to dogs if eaten
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Bee friendly
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Australian / New ZealandPatio / pot plantsWoodland garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilNeutral to acid soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Macadamia Care Guide
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