Hunga mackeeana Plant Care

Hunga mackeeana (Hunga mackeeana) belongs to the Chrysobalanaceae family within the Hunga genus. Hunga mackeeana is native to New Caledonia.

Hunga mackeeana displays a tall tree, spreading canopy growth habit, reaching up to 30 ft tall with a spread of approximately 20 ft. Hunga mackeeana produces small white fragrant flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Hunga mackeeana every 7–14 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established trees mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Hunga mackeeana thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Hunga mackeeana tolerates temperatures of 65–85°F. Hunga mackeeana prefers humidity levels of 50–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.

Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Hunga mackeeana to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Hunga mackeeana every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established trees in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.

Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.

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Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Hunga mackeeana is suited to USDA Zone 13b.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped trees in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

Hunga mackeeana can spread to about 20 ft (6.1 m) and reach about 30 ft (9 m) tall. Space plants about 20 ft (6.1 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

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Prune Hunga mackeeana while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.

If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the tree in one year.

Hunga mackeeana is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 13). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Hunga mackeeana can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.

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Hunga mackeeana is susceptible to aphids, scale insects, caterpillars. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

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Hunga mackeeana grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Hunga mackeeana is native to New Caledonia. In cooler regions, grow Hunga mackeeana as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.