Resources and References
There are so many great resources and I encourage you to explore on your own to find out what works best for you and your interest. Below are some resources that are very helpful to me and in my journey to learn, plant and propagate native plants, sustainable gardening techniques and the art of making lei.
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Learn, Plant and Propagate Native Hawaiian Plants
- Sustainable Agriculture degree/certificate program at Leeward Community Collage, University of Hawaii: http://www.leeward.hawaii.edu/sustain-ag
- Hui Kū Maoli Ola plant nursery: https://hawaiiannativeplants.com/
- * Growing Hawai`i's Native Plants: https://amzn.to/3M8PiDK
- *Growing Plants for Hawaii Lei: https://amzn.to/3plHTaj
Sustainable Gardening
- Compost, mulch, potting mix: Hawaiian Earth Products, https://hawaiianearth.com/
- * Root Growth Enhancer, Hawaiian Blend Granular (Mycorrihizal Fungi), Down to Earth: https://amzn.to/3hlorpV
- *CowPots biodegradable nursery pots: https://amzn.to/3Iro4G7 link
Making Lei
- City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation: https://www.honolulu.gov/parks/program/182-site-dpr-cat/1685-lei-day.html
- *Nā Lei Makamae: https://amzn.to/3t7ffe8
- * Hawaiian Lei Making: https://amzn.to/3stjZf7
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