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Dwarf Macadamia

Macadamia hildebrandii, Proteaceae

Zones
10–11
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

White MyrtleAustromyrtus inophloia
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Lemon-scented Tea TreeLeptospermum petersonii
Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing
Coast Flax-lilyDianella brevicaulis
Shade ProvisionPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Native GingerAlpinia caerulea

Macadamia canopy shades out understory ginger requiring filtered light

Uses

Functions

Nut ProductionUnderstory DiversityRainforest Restoration

Edible Parts

Nuts

Common Questions

What zones does Dwarf Macadamia grow in?

Dwarf Macadamia grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Dwarf Macadamia?

Good companions for Dwarf Macadamia include White Myrtle, Lemon-scented Tea Tree, Coast Flax-lily.

Design guilds with Dwarf Macadamia and see companion relationships visually.

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