Foodscaping. Have you heard of this new garden buzzword going around? No? Welcome to the world of foodscaping in Hawaii, where the beauty of nature meets the bounty of fresh produce. In this blog post, we’ll explore the concept of foodscaping and how it allows you to cultivate a harmonious garden that blends edibles and […]
Spring cleaning your home garden and shed is an important task that can help you get ready for the new growing season. It also feels really good to get your space in tip top shape. If you’re a homeowner in Hawaii, you already know the importance of maintaining a beautiful outdoor space. But before you […]
When the high heat of summer is overwhelming, there is nothing quite like being in the shade of a big tree. There are a number of popular shade trees that we carry, but we wanted to highlight two native trees, Kou and Milo, that you might consider for your space. Kou – Cordia subcordata I […]
What’s a Tillandsia? Tillandsia is a genus name of 650 species of air plants related to bromeliads. These unique and sometimes prehistoric looking plants do not require soil to thrive. They are often epiphytic, meaning they are found growing on other plants without hurting the other plant. Their natural habitat is the forests, mountains, and […]
A lot of people are interested in edible landscaping but get discouraged by their small space, maybe they don’t have enough room for fruit trees or can’t have a compost pile in their neighborhood. Having a small yard can actually be a blessing in disguise for edible landscaping, less space means less work! You can […]
Anthuriums are gorgeous, blooming plants that make a great addition to shady landscapes. Native to the tropical rainforests of South America, Anthuriums come in many colors and varieties and work well for both indoor plants and cut flowers. Caring for anthuriums is easy as long as you follow some basic guidelines: ● Anthuriums like a […]
Many customers come into the nursery looking for low maintenance, drought tolerant plants because, lets face it—everything grows like crazy here which can be a blessing and a curse. Keeping up with the yard takes a lot of energy. Sometimes we burn out physically or financially trying to keep up. Getting an overgrown yard back […]
We get a lot of care and maintenance questions here at the nursery but one of the most common questions we get is “why did my plant die?” or “I have had this tree in my yard for years and all of a sudden it died! Why?” Nine times out of ten the answer is […]
Now that the holidays are over, its time to pack up and put away all our seasonal décor. But what should you do with your poinsettia plants? Don’t throw them away! They can be planted or repotted! Poinsettias are a perennial shrub and can be planted in your yard and enjoyed for years. With proper […]
“What’s eating my plant” is a common question we receive here at the Nursery. If you’re a gardener in Hawaii, you know that pests can be a real problem. From slugs to aphids to beetles, these critters can quickly damage or destroy your plants (and your hard work). However, there are ways to cope with […]
