How Do You Grow A Macadamia Nut Tree In Florida?
The macadamia nut tree is native to the rain forests of Australia, but most people connect it to Hawaii. The tree produces a delicious, rich and healthy nut widely considered a “dessert nut” by gourmet chefs and the general population. The tree is slow to start producing nuts and for this reason they are now grown not only in Australia and Hawaii, but also in Africa, California and Florida in order to keep up with demand. They prefer a warm climate, which makes Florida an ideal location for producing them. Choose a sunny location with rich soil with good drainage for planting. Use a pH tester to be sure the acidity of the soil is around 5 to 6. Use a shovel to plant young trees in the spring at a depth of roughly 3 feet. Plant a tree every 12 feet in rows that are 24 feet apart. Place mulch around the base of the tree for added nutrients and to lock in moisture. After the trees start producing, the husks of the nuts can be used as mulch. Use 6-6-6 tree food spikes for fertilizer. Avoid
