Best Nut Trees for Zone 12

1 varieties that thrive in USDA Hardiness Zone 12. Compare planting dates, growing difficulty, and find the best picks for your garden.

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Macadamia (Beaumont)

Variety Comparison

Variety ↑	Days	Difficulty	Size	Type	Indoor	Harvest
Macadamia (Beaumont)	180-210	Moderate to difficult	1 inch diameter	Hybrid	—	May–December

Variety Details

brown and white nuts on white ceramic bowls

Macadamia (Beaumont)

180-210dModerate to difficultContainer

One of the most cold-tolerant macadamia varieties, Beaumont makes it possible to grow these premium nuts in subtropical climates where other varieties would fail. This Australian native produces the rich, buttery nuts that command premium prices in stores, with excellent kernel quality and good cracking characteristics. The evergreen tree also serves as an attractive landscape specimen with glossy leaves and fragrant flower clusters.

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