Macadamia Tetraphylla (Rough-Shelled Macadamia)
Macadamia Tetraphylla (Rough-Shelled Macadamia)
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The Macadamia Tetraphylla (Rough-Shelled Macadamia) is a highly attractive evergreen tree valued for both its ornamental beauty and delicious edible nuts. Featuring dense, glossy green foliage and attractive clusters of creamy pink flowers, this Australian native brings year-round interest to gardens and orchards. Its naturally rounded canopy makes it an excellent shade tree while also producing generous crops of premium macadamia nuts.
Ideal for home orchards and larger gardens, this versatile tree combines landscape appeal with productive harvests. Once established, it is relatively low maintenance and rewards gardeners with nutritious nuts that can be enjoyed fresh or used in a variety of culinary applications. Its attractive flowers also help support pollinators, making it a valuable addition to edible and wildlife-friendly gardens.

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Mature height
8–15m
Mature width
4–8m
Spacing
5–8m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Glossy green foliage, cream to pink flowers, brown nuts
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Late winter to spring
Sun tolerance
Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance
Low to moderate (occasional pruning and feeding for best nut production)
Root System
Deep, moderately vigorous root system