**This item does not qualify for 'Free Lettermail Shipping'.Due to the large size of seeds, they must be sent EXPEDITED. Only orders over $150.00 qualify for 'Free Expedited Shipping'** Thank You. (Macadamia integrifolia) Zone 9. Proteaceae Family. Native range—Queensland, Australia. Did you ever think you could grow Macadamia nuts? A fun greenhouse or indoor project to try! Plants need long hot summer days, or simulation of such, to ripen. Mainly found in the Southern hemisphere naturally. Trees have a slow growth rate, but can reach 30 feet at maturity. Plants need plenty of water when they’re young. --------------------------------------GROWING INSTRUCTIONS In our Northern Climate, these seeds are intended for a greenhouse, hobby use or your indoor experimenting. Will not survive outdoors! SEED PRETREATMENT: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours. STRATIFICATION: No stratification period is required. SEEDING: Sow soaked seeds 3/4” deep. Seeds require soil temperatures between 25-30°C to germinate. You may also de-husk nuts to speed germination. Water evenly and regularly. GERMINATION: When all previously mentioned requirements are fulfilled, germination generally occurs in 30-120 days. --------------------------------- Available direct from Incredible Seeds, a Canadian Heirloom and Heritage Seed Company, offering only the best natural, non-GMO, open pollinated and untreated seeds, located in Mi'kma'ki / Nova Scotia.