Cacao Cacao trees can live for up to 100 years but are considered productive for only around 60. When the tree grows naturally from cocoa tree seeds, it has a long, deep…
Month: August 2017
Caladium, Buck
Caladium, Buck Also known as Angel Wings or Heart of Jesus, Caladiums enjoy well-drained soil and partial shade. Many varieties of this ornamental plant exist, with colors ranging from white to green,…
Cosmos (flowering)
Cosmos Daisy-like flowers of the cosmos plant appear atop tall stems with lacy foliage. Flowers are popular for indoor use and come in a variety of colors from yellow to purple. Cutting…
Pandan
Pandan Pandanus amaryllifolius is a tropical plant commonly known simply as pandan leaves and is used widely in South Asian and Southeast Asian cooking as a flavoring. Leaves tied in a knot…
Song of India
SONG OF INDIA Native to Madagascar and Mauritius, Dracaena Reflexa — Song of India — can have dark green leaves, yellow stripes on the leaves, or off-white stripes. Here in Hawaii, variegated…
False Heather
False Heather A shrubby dependable evergreen perennial that grows to 2′ tall and 4′ wide, the False Heather bears small, closely set leaves and tiny rose red flowers. It heaviest bloom period…
Shiso, Britton
Britton Shiso From Johnny’s Seeds. Eye-catching green leaves with red undersides. Good salad mix item, or use larger leaves as sushi wraps or garnishes. Grows well in moderate sun/heat for best colors….
Papalo
Papalo Originally from Johnny’s Seeds. Large, bluish green leaves with a flavor reminiscent of cilantro and arugula. Popular in Hispanic communities where it is used like cilantro. Heat and drought-tolerant, prefers to…
East Oahu News – Friday Update 08/19/2017
Aug 18 – Kaiser High School in Hawaii Kai has forfeited its first two football games due to a shrinking roster. Hawaii Prep World highlights some of the issues affecting both the…