Grafted Macadamia HAES 246 – Macadamia integrifolia Plant

Description

Grafted Macadamia HAES 246 – Macadamia integrifolia Plant

Grafted Macadamia HAES 246 (Macadamia integrifolia) is a premium fruit and nut plant valued for its delicious, nutritious macadamia nuts. Macadamia is native to Australia and grows well in warm, subtropical and tropical climates. This is primarily an outdoor plant that requires full sunlight, fertile well-draining soil, and regular watering for healthy growth.

The HAES 246 variety is a selected grafted cultivar, making it a desirable choice for home gardens, orchards, and fruit collections. Its speciality is its high-quality edible nuts, known for their rich, creamy taste and nutritional value. With proper plantation and care, this evergreen tree can develop into an attractive and productive addition to your garden.

Features

• Variety: HAES 246
• Premium grafted macadamia nut plant
• Produces delicious, nutritious edible nuts
• Evergreen tree with attractive, glossy foliage
• Suitable for home gardens, orchards, and plantations
• Prefers warm and subtropical climates
• Grafted plant helps maintain the characteristics of the selected variety

Growing

• Grow outdoors in a warm, sunny location.
• Provide around 6–8 hours of sunlight daily.
• Use fertile, well-draining soil.
• Maintain consistent moisture, especially during establishment.
• Provide sufficient space as the tree develops a broad canopy
• Regular feeding supports healthy vegetative growth and fruit production.

Care

•  Water regularly, but avoid waterlogging.
• Apply compost or well-rotted organic manure periodically.
•  Prune lightly to remove dry, damaged, or overcrowded branches.
•  Regularly inspect for pests and diseases.
•  Protect young plants from extreme heat, cold, and strong winds.

Plantation

• Choose a sunny outdoor location with good drainage.
• Dig a hole larger than the root ball and mix the soil with organic compost.
• Plant carefully without disturbing the roots.
• Water thoroughly immediately after planting.
• Mulch around the base while keeping mulch away from the stem.
• For orchard planting, maintain adequate spacing between trees for proper growth and sunlight.