The Mauna Kea Cloudforest Bioreserve

Conifer and Fruit Tree Nursery. Top products: Leyland Cypress, Blue Ice Cypress, Christmas Trees, Fruit Trees, Ornamental Conifers. The Mauna Kea Cloudforest Bioreserve is a multifaceted horticultural and conservation organization located in Hawaii, specializing in the cultivation of plants suited for high-altitude cloudforest conditions. The nursery operation is central to their business model, focusing on the production of field-grown Christmas trees, including Leyland and Blue Ice cypress varieties, as well as select ornamental conifers and fruit trees. Beyond retail sales, the bioreserve engages in contract growing for forestry and other commercial tree farms, with plans to expand into native plant propagation by 2025. Their production methods prioritize regenerative forestry practices, aligning their nursery output with broader goals of biodiversity, watershed protection, and carbon sequestration. The facility serves as a destination for both commercial customers and the general public, hosting seasonal plant sales while operating as a working arboretum and educational center.