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 […]
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, […]
Plant Label 101 – Growth Rate One of the most common questions we are asked at the nursery is “how fast will this plant grow?” It is often a tricky question to answer, because a plants growth depends largely on numerous factors, including soil, drainage, water, fertility, light, exposure, etc. However in general botanical terms, plants are […]
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 […]
It’s hard to believe, but we’re already a month into 2017. Have you given up on your New Year’s Resolutions yet? I know mine are going less than…ideally. It’s okay, though, because one thing that 2017 doesn’t have to be is a year of less than amazing gardening. At least, that’s our hope with today’s […]
“Gardening is the best medicine,” says Crystal McConnell of Organic Live Art Landscaping. I see the plants sparkling and dancing in confirmation as she says this. “Just get into it! Get dirty! It’s the best thing for your overall health. Creating your own special space fills the soul with joy, calms your being, and gives you […]
With fall in full swing, it’s citrus season here in Kauai! Now is the perfect time to pick up local citrus fruits when they’re at their freshest. Today’s post will highlight five of our favorite fall citrus fruits. We’ll cover what they look like, nutritional benefits they have, and how to grow them. Stay tuned […]
We talk a lot here on the blog about how to work more efficiently in your garden. We’ve covered the essential tools for every gardener, invasive species to watch out for, and how to keep your soil healthy. Fascinating as this stuff is, it can seem like it’s all about work, work, work. We can’t forget that […]
One of our goals here at Kauai Seascapes Nursery is to introduce you to new plants. Or, if you’re already familiar with a plant, to teach you a thing or two you might not know. I can’t think of a more perfect plant for this than Ulu. You may know Ulu by its more common name, breadfruit. […]
