Plant Nurseries & Garden Centers in Hawaii

Tropical ornamental plant nursery. Top products: Anthuriums, Bromeliads, Ferns, Foliage plants, Living wall systems. Hawaiian Sunshine Nursery (HSN) is a large-scale horticultural operation founded in the 1980s, currently managing two 10-acre nursery sites in Waimanalo, Oahu, and Hilo, Big Island. The business specializes in the large-scale production of over 100 varieties of tropical plants, with a specific focus on Anthuriums, Bromeliads, ferns, and various palm species. They maintain high-quality standards through exclusive propagation agreements with global plant breeders. HSN operates primarily as a wholesale supplier, serving a wide network of retail garden centers, national retailers such as Home Depot and Lowe's, as well as commercial clients including hotels, resorts, and professional landscapers. In addition to plant production, the nursery serves as the exclusive Hawaiian dealer for LiveRoof and LiveWall systems, providing specialized green roofing and living wall solutions. The business emphasizes a B2B model, directing retail homeowners to their established network of local and national retail partners across Hawaii.

Specialized Vetiver Grass Nursery. Top products: Vetiver grass, Erosion control plants. Maui Vetiver & Plant Nursery specializes in the cultivation and propagation of Vetiver (Chrysopogon zizanioides), a perennial bunchgrass renowned for its extensive and deep root system. The nursery focuses on providing sustainable, nature-based erosion control solutions tailored for the unique topographical and environmental needs of Maui. By functioning as a specialized grower, the business supplies high-quality plant material to residential homeowners, commercial landowners, and agricultural operations looking to stabilize soil, prevent runoff, and manage slopes. Their operations are centered on the horticultural application of this non-invasive species, leveraging its biological structural strength to mitigate land degradation. The business acts as both an educational resource and a direct plant supplier, emphasizing environmental stewardship and practical land management through the strategic planting of specialized vegetative solutions.

Wholesale Indoor Ornamental Nursery. Top products: Aralia Fabian, Chamaedorea-Seifrizii, Dracaena-Compacta, Dracaena Gold Star, Dracaena Hawaii Girl. Panaewa Foliage Plant Nursery has been operating as a dedicated grower and wholesaler of high-quality indoor foliage plants since 1984. The nursery specializes in the cultivation of tropical indoor varieties, with a product portfolio centered on popular species such as Aralia Fabian, Chamaedorea-Seifrizii, and various Dracaena cultivars including Compacta, Gold Star, and Hawaii Girl (Michiko). Their business model focuses on a B2B supply chain, serving as a primary source for professional plant designers, interior landscaping firms, and commercial plant rental services. By providing plant stock for interior installations, the nursery facilitates the integration of tropical greenery into diverse commercial and architectural environments. Their operational history spans four decades, maintaining a consistent focus on producing ornamental indoor vegetation suitable for regional distribution across the United States.

Tropical foliage and agricultural grower. Top products: Tropical foliage, Ginger, Turmeric, Fruit. Aloha Green Nursery, established in 1998 on the Big Island of Hawaii, is a multi-generational agricultural enterprise rooted in a long history of professional nursery management. Founded by Steve Shropshire, a third-generation nurseryman with deep experience in the plant industry, the business leverages the Big Island's nutrient-rich volcanic soil and tropical climate to produce high-quality foliage for both domestic and international markets. Operating under the motto 'Environmental Principles in Practice,' the company manages hundreds of acres dedicated to diverse agricultural pursuits. While their legacy is built on the production and export of tropical foliage, their current operations have diversified to include sustainable fruit orchards and the cultivation of specialty crops such as ginger and turmeric. The company emphasizes land stewardship, food independence, and resource management, serving as both a commercial agricultural producer and a manager of large-scale land assets in Hawaii.

Specialty Aquatic Plant Nursery. Top products: Tropical water lilies, Purple Joy water lilies, Alexis water lilies, Moon Beam water lilies, Woods Blue Goddess water lilies. Oahu Water Lilies is a specialty horticultural nursery focused on the propagation and sale of ornamental aquatic plants, specifically tropical water lilies. Founded by Ashley A., the business emerged from a personal passion for lily cultivation with an educational mission to assist hobbyists and homeowners in establishing and maintaining their own water gardens. The nursery maintains a curated collection of specific Nymphaea cultivars, such as 'Woods Blue Goddess,' 'Purple Joy,' 'Alexis,' and 'Moon Beam.' Their operations emphasize the selection of high-quality, aesthetically distinctive varieties that are capable of thriving in varied conditions, including those with shade tolerance. The business targets individual gardening enthusiasts, providing both the botanical products and the horticultural knowledge necessary to successfully cultivate aquatic ecosystems. By focusing on specialized varieties and providing educational resources, Oahu Water Lilies serves as a resource for both novice and experienced water garden hobbyists.

Wholesale Palm Tree Nursery. Top products: Palm trees, Ornamental landscaping plants. Polo's Palms LLC is a wholesale nursery operation situated in the Twin Falls Valley, specializing in the cultivation and distribution of palm trees. As a commercial horticultural supplier, the business focuses on providing high-quality ornamental palms to professional landscapers, property developers, and retail garden centers. By operating as a wholesale provider in a valley environment, the nursery leverages local climatic conditions to optimize the growth and health of their palm stock. Their primary operations include propagation, cultivation, and the logistical supply of palm trees for large-scale landscaping projects, residential estate development, and commercial outdoor design. Polo's Palms LLC serves as a primary source for landscape contractors seeking mature, nursery-grown palm specimens. The business model emphasizes the consistent supply of healthy, field-grown, or containerized palms suitable for regional climate zones, ensuring that landscape professionals have reliable access to stock for permanent installations.

Edible Tree and Plant Nursery. Top products: Samoan Dwarf Coconut Trees, Ma'afala 'Ulu Trees, Organic Produce, Specialty Soil Mixes. Ma Farm/Food First Nursery is a horticultural business focused on the cultivation and distribution of edible fruit-bearing trees and organic produce. The nursery specializes in tropical and food-bearing varieties, notably offering Samoan Dwarf Coconut trees and Ma'afala 'Ulu (Breadfruit) trees to support sustainable home food forestry. Their business model integrates the supply of specialized growing materials, such as their proprietary 'Super Soil,' with the sale of live nursery stock. Beyond tree sales, they operate as a local food provider, offering organically grown produce like arugula and tomatoes. The operation caters to residential gardeners and individuals interested in establishing family food forests, emphasizing organic growing practices and providing educational resources through their newsletter to help customers maintain healthy, productive plants. They serve as both a source for specialized nursery stock and a localized producer of fresh agricultural products.

Commercial Plant Nursery Supplier. Top products: Ornamental plants, Trees, Shrubs, Perennials. Nursery Associates operates as a professional horticultural supplier catering to a diverse clientele, including commercial landscapers, property developers, and residential gardeners. The business maintains a comprehensive plant catalog featuring an extensive inventory of ornamental trees, shrubs, and perennials suitable for diverse landscaping needs. Their business model focuses on providing high-quality botanical specimens for large-scale planting projects and residential landscape design. In addition to their core horticultural offerings, the company provides specialized services related to plant selection, logistics, and site-specific consultation. Their operational scope suggests a focus on both wholesale distribution and direct retail access, ensuring that clients can source mature, healthy plants for varied ecological and aesthetic applications. By maintaining an active inventory system and a gallery of completed projects, Nursery Associates positions itself as a central hub for professional-grade planting materials and horticultural expertise.

Specialty Bamboo Ornamental Nursery. Top products: Clumping bamboo, Privacy hedges, Ornamental bamboo varieties. Oahu Bamboo is a specialized horticultural nursery based in Hawaii, dedicated to the cultivation and sale of non-invasive clumping bamboo varieties. The business focuses on providing homeowners and landscapers with high-quality bamboo plants suitable for creating privacy hedges, architectural statement features, and aesthetic outdoor spaces. By exclusively offering non-invasive species, they address common ecological concerns regarding bamboo while catering to the specific climatic requirements of the Hawaiian Islands. Their operations center on the propagation and sale of over a dozen distinct bamboo varieties, serving as a primary regional resource for those seeking to incorporate sustainable, fast-growing ornamental plants into their landscaping designs. The nursery emphasizes the functional and visual benefits of bamboo, positioning their products as both structural privacy solutions and decorative additions for residential and commercial landscapes.

Specialty Palm Tree Nursery. Top products: Manilla Palms, Areca Palms, Foxtail Palms, Bottle Palms, Dwarf Date Palms, MacArthur Palms, Lady Palms, Queen Palms. Pacific Island Palms is a specialized horticultural nursery based in Kula, Maui, operating since 1989. Situated on a two-acre facility, the nursery focuses exclusively on the cultivation and supply of a diverse range of palm species, including common, native, and exotic varieties. Their inventory spans various stages of plant maturity, ranging from keiki palms in one-gallon containers to mature specimens reaching 12 feet or taller in 25-gallon pots. The business serves both residential homeowners and professional landscapers across the island, providing horticultural consultation to ensure proper palm selection based on specific site microclimates, such as coastal dry zones or wetter upcountry environments. In addition to direct sales, Pacific Island Palms facilitates accessibility through an island-wide delivery service and by-appointment nursery viewings. Their core mission is to provide tailored landscaping solutions, whether clients require dense privacy hedging or singular ornamental specimens.