moving a macadamia nut tree (forum)

Jen starts with ...
Hi, I am about to move house and was hoping to take my macadamia nut tree with me. It is grafted (was told 2yrs old when brought) only been in the ground for 1yr. The soil is a heavy clay, and I think it would be happier in my new house which is sandy. Do you think it is safe to move it, or should I buy a new one and hope the new owners care for it like I have?
If not, do you have a suggestion for the best suited variety for the gosford area (up the coast from Sydney) I know natives don't like to be moved, but I have moved the finger lime successfully (so Far)
Thank you so much for your advice.

Time: 20th January 2012 8:33pm

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John Mc says...
Hi Jen,
I didn't have a problem with an 10yo Macadamia tree I found in an abandoned house yard two years ago. The tree showed absolutely no signs of stress after the move, even flowered and fruited not long after.
Now is not the best time, August is probably best, but what do you have to lose? Strengthen it up with a foliar spray of diluted seasol and keep it up after the move.

Time: 20th January 2012 10:25pm

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Glennis says...
Its a rainforest tree so it will have surface roots . Buy a cheap plastic bucket , the bigger dia the better . Cut the area with a spade around the trunk the same size as the bucket . Place the macadamia in the bucket and put some dirt on top and use your hose to make sure the air bubbles are removed from around the roots . The wholw thing must be surrounded by dirt . You must do this in a quick operation . A couple of minutes is best between removing the plant and getting the roots covered and moist . Keep the soil moist . The same when transplanting , Get the dirt in there and use your hose and do it fast . Keep the soil moist for a month .

Time: 21st January 2012 12:22am

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