Feeding Your Plants 101: A Podcast
Daron Kanoa Daron Kanoa

Feeding Your Plants 101: A Podcast

How can you tell if your plant needs fertilizer? What fertilizer should you use, and are you doing it correctly?

This podcast episode is a fun deep dive into some of the most asked questions about fertilizer…

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What to Do When Your Plant Arrives: Handling Shock with Ease
Daron Kanoa Daron Kanoa

What to Do When Your Plant Arrives: Handling Shock with Ease

Welcoming a new plant into your home is an exciting moment, but it’s important to know that this change might stress your plant. This stress, known as plant shock, occurs when a plant’s environment changes drastically. To help your plant adjust…

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Plumeria 101 - Caring for Hawaiian Plumeria when you're not in Hawaii
Daron Kanoa Daron Kanoa

Plumeria 101 - Caring for Hawaiian Plumeria when you're not in Hawaii

Your plumeria came from Hawaii, but you don’t live there. What do you do to keep it happy? Here’s a comprehensive guide on growing and maintaining plumeria plants, also known as Frangipani. These tropical trees, native to Hawaii, are cherished for their fragrant flowers used in traditional leis. The key to successful cultivation is understanding their ideal conditions: well-draining, slightly acidic soil, full sun, and protection from cold temperatures.

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What does the lilikoi (passionfruit) look like as it grows?
Daron Kanoa Daron Kanoa

What does the lilikoi (passionfruit) look like as it grows?

Better known as ‘passionfruit’ if you’ve visited the islands, you’ll remember the delicious, sweet, tart and tangy flavor that lilikoi brings to the party. Everything from ice cream to iced tea gets a massive upgrade when a splash of lilikoi is added! With more folks discovering the fabulous taste of Hawaiian grown passionfruit, it’s no wonder we noticed a significant uptick in the sales of our passionfruit seeds over the past 18 months. So last year we began planting them. As a result, our first crop of these new starts are ready to find a home with you! 

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