Native Plant Propagation Class: Dry Forest Species

Hawaii's dry forest is the most endangered ecosystem of all. Propagation of these species is essential to their perpetuation. Drought-tolerant native plants are ideal for xeriscaping and low-maintenance landscapes. This class will focus on species that grow well in dry or rocky soils, requiring little irrigation once established. Learn effective propagation methods and how to use these plants for leeward landscaping.

We'll be exploring techniques for seed collection, properly sowing seeds, making cuttings, seed stratification, and nurturing plants to maturity. This step-by-step approach will help you gain confidence that you can grow these plants for yourself.

Featured Plants**:

• A'ali'i
• 'Ākia (Wikstroemia uva-ursi)
• ‘Iliahi (Santalum spp.) 
• ‘Awikiwiki (Canavalia pubescens)
• more depending on availability & time 

**Subject to change based upon seed/cutting availability.

Class Format

• Cover the basics of starting and keeping a nursery
•  See techniques for successfully propagating several native plants
• Time to ask questions and receive specific instruction

Why Attend?

• Support the preservation of Hawaii's native flora!
• Learn practical skills to enhance your garden or landscape with native plants.
• Connect with a community passionate about restoring Hawaii’s natural beauty.

About The Instructor:

Dave Pollmiller, owner of Harvest Garden Hawai’i LLC, has been in the landscaping & agriculture industry for 15 years. Harvest Garden Hawai’i is a landscaping and nursery operation based in Kula, Maui. The focus of this business is to incorporate native Hawaiian plants and food producing plants into “traditional” landscaping. He started a commercial plant nursery in 2023 which grows over 50 species of native plants for landscaping and restoration projects.