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Nutmeg Tree Seeds for Planting (Myristica fragrans) – Pala & Mace Spice Fruit Seeds

Nutmeg Tree Seeds for Planting (Myristica fragrans) – Pala & Mace Spice Fruit Seeds

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How to Sow and Plant

Soak seeds in water for 24 hours before sowing

Plant seeds in fertile, well-drained soil at shallow depth

Keep soil evenly moist during germination

Place in a warm, humid, and partially shaded area

How to Grow

Grow in partial to full sunlight

Water regularly without waterlogging

Enrich soil with organic compost

Protect young plants from strong winds

Maintain humidity for healthy growth

Tips

Use rich, well-drained soil

Avoid overwatering at early stages

Provide warm and humid conditions

Mulch to retain soil moisture

Be patient as nutmeg trees grow slowly

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Perennial

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Slow to moderate

plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Evergreen tropical

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Spring to summer

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Warm

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

out door

About
Nutmeg Tree Seeds for Planting (Myristica fragrans) – Pala & Mace Spice Fruit Seeds
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Open Pollinated

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Fruit & Spice Tree


Myristica fragrans, commonly known as Nutmeg, is a tropical evergreen tree cultivated for its aromatic seeds and mace. The tree holds high culinary and medicinal importance and is traditionally grown in warm, humid regions. It also serves as an attractive ornamental tree with dense foliage.

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Winter to Spring

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

Medium

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

10–20 m

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

full sun

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

USDA Zones 10–12

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

Suitable (Early Growth Stage)

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

6–8 m

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

Shallow

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

Warm

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000114027

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between nutmeg and mace?

Both come from the same fruit, with mace surrounding the seed that contains nutmeg.

Can nutmeg trees be grown as ornamental trees?

Yes, their glossy foliage and symmetrical growth make them attractive landscape trees.

Do nutmeg trees prefer humid environments?

They generally perform best in warm, humid tropical conditions.

How does the fruit look when mature?

Mature fruits naturally split open, revealing the seed and surrounding aril.

Can nutmeg trees be grown in large gardens?

Yes, they are best suited to locations with adequate long-term growing space.

Does the tree maintain foliage year-round?

Yes, it is an evergreen species that retains leaves throughout the year.