What’s eating my plant!?! A common question brought into the nursery by gardeners plagued with plants that look like they’re sporting Halloween costumes beyond Oct. 31st (faux pas). Thankfully we don’t have to keep those skeletons in the closet! I started this article in October focusing on Rose Beetles and spun it for the Halloween […]
It’s Christmas Time! The holidays are approaching and for many of us, that means it’s time to decorate a Christmas tree! Many people head to Home Depot to pick up the regular mainland Fir tree, but did you know that there are other great options for Christmas trees, that are better for our ‘aina and […]
Customers come into the nursery often looking for Crown Flower plants because they want to attract Monarch butterflies. We appreciate supporting all our pollinators and are happy to grow Crown Flower; however if you’re passionate about native flora and fauna we would love to introduce you to Hawaiian native butterflies and their host plants. Native […]
By Holly, Senior Sales Associate at Seascapes Nursery Palms. The icon of the tropics. From common coconuts to exotic specimens, there are many ways to enjoy palm trees. In an effort to keep a temporarily injured worker busy, my brilliant boss asked me to share the lowdown on my five favorite palms. Dypsis pinnatifrons […]
Orchids, orchids, everywhere! Living in tropical climates, like Hawaii, grants us the luxury of moving our flowery friends outdoors. There may be a point in your orchid obsession where every table, windowsill and shelf in your home is filled with these special plants. If you find yourself with limited “real estate” for the new orchids […]
What is Vermicompost? Vermicomposts, also known as Worm Castings are the best natural fertilizer in the world! Vermicompost is made from the castings of compost worms, special types of earthworms that eat food scraps and green waste and poop out nutrient dense humus. Worm castings are pH neutral (7), rich in nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, […]
Many of the trees that we carry at the nursery have edible and medicinal properties that most people may not be aware of. They can have phenomenally positive effects upon your health when used correctly. In this article our own Karen of Auntie Karen’s Medicinal Chest discusses a few of these powerhouse trees and their medicinal […]
As I write this article from my office on the North Shore of Kauai, I am watching an early morning rain squall blow in. It will probably rain for 10-15 minutes, averaging a few tenths of an inch of water. Doesn’t sound like a lot, but when you add up the numerous rain squalls we […]
It’s Spring! Which means it’s time for thriving! You may have noticed the mango trees in bloom and the abundance of baby chickens everywhere. The spring season for us in the tropics means an extra boost in plant growth and a good time to fertilize any fruit trees or perennial plants. Though we are blessed […]
There is an undeniable charm within the vast and diverse family of orchids. Each genus offering its own unique and brilliant beauty. If you are new to the world of orchids a great place to begin is with the delightful Phalaenopsis. With low light and warm environment requirements, these special wonders are one of the […]
