Sharon’s blog

Caring for Tillandsias

Posted by Sharons Plants on Dec 7, 2015 in Blog, Sharon's blog | Comments Off on Caring for Tillandsias

Tillandsias DO have to be watered; they live ‘in’ air, not ‘on’ air. Tillandsias are NOT toxic to animals, although this does not mean your pet won’t eat them, but they will survive the experience, your plant might not. Tillandsias are NOT parasitic; they do not harm the host tree. Trim away brown, bent or damaged leaves, this will not hurt the plant. Tillandsia’s by Sharon

A Tiny New Stinging Ant is Spreading Across Hawai’i!

Posted by Sharons Plants on Apr 5, 2014 in Blog, Sharon's blog | Comments Off on A Tiny New Stinging Ant is Spreading Across Hawai’i!

A Tiny New Stinging Ant is Spreading Across Hawai’i!  We take this very seriously and are working with the Department of Agriculture to help stop the spread.  Our plants are tested and safe.  In the past we helped lead the crusade to eradicate Coqui Frogs from Oahu and we regularly inspect our nursery for Fire Ants.  These ants are very dangerous to our workers, animals and potentially to our industry.  Please take the time to inspect your plants…. Use these links to find out how:   Read More for Links Size comparison between a tropical fire ant and a little fire ant.  Each...

Wedding Day

Posted by David Gramann on Feb 5, 2014 in Sharon's blog | 0 comments

We were graced with the presence of this newly wed couple at our nursery for their photo shoot. Photography and Flowers by Makiko Epling [sanddollarsfloral@gmail.com] Mahalo for choosing us, and Leia our Doberman on your special day!   Beautiful, Congratulations.

What’s Bugging You?

Posted by David Gramann on Dec 2, 2013 in Sharon's blog | 0 comments

Rey Ito ‘The Green Doctor’ was our guest speaker. Yet again, we had an awesome group of people join us, mahalo! Rey was great at answering questions and providing an informative workshop about pests in the garden and landscape. If you missed this one, check back or follow us on Facebook;

The Art of Container Garden Design

Posted by David Gramann on Nov 19, 2013 in Sharon's blog | 0 comments

This unique workshop was fantastic!  Mahalo to Scotland Willson of Tropical Modern.  Scotland walked us through the design of container gardens.  Thank you to all who joined us, was a great workshop!

Pali Tunnel late 1890’s

Posted by David Gramann on Nov 19, 2013 in Sharon's blog | 0 comments

Bamboo Brilliance

Posted by David Gramann on Oct 11, 2013 in Sharon's blog | 0 comments

We have had great responses to our Bamboo Workshop, Mahalo for sharing your experiences with us.  Rich did such a great job sharing his knowledge! We definitely will have to do this workshop again.

Water Garden Party

Posted by David Gramann on Oct 2, 2013 in Sharon's blog | 0 comments

Container Water Gardens are so cool!  Add a blooming lily and a night blooming lily and even a few fish.  Our Water Garden Workshop was a hit and we have had allot of response for a second workshop, coming soon!  Thank you to all who came out, we hope you enjoyed yourselves and look forward to seeing you again.

Vietnamese Pottery

Posted by David Gramann on Sep 24, 2013 in Sharon's blog | 0 comments

I keep blogging about pottery, our pottery terrace is so spectacular, so many unique designs! Love the angle these pots have.

Tillandsia Workshop

Posted by David Gramann on Sep 9, 2013 in Sharon's blog | 0 comments

How awesome to make and take your sculputure home, thank you to everyone who joined us we had a great time!  Mahalo to Brook Gramann of Lanikai Bath and Body for taking pictures of our events!  Nice photos Brook!  The workshops seem to fill up fast. Check out our upcoming  Water Garden and Bamboo Workshops. >click here   We love spending our Saturdays with you all.

Bromeliad Workshop

Posted by David Gramann on Aug 26, 2013 in Sharon's blog | 0 comments

We had such a great bunch of friendly folks show up for our workshop, Sharon had a great time with every one! Special thanks to Troy Oden, Vice President of the Hawai’i Bromeliad Society! Aloha Troy! The workshop was full, check out our upcoming Tillandsia Sculpture, Water Garden and Bamboo Workshops. >click here One of the guests who attended our workshop on Saturday was Josh Rosen. Josh mentioned he had visited Sharon’s greenhouse years ago when he was just beginning his passion for air plants and was inspired. Josh is a Tillandsia enthusiast, artist and expert, words cannot...

Bamboo Workshop

Posted by David Gramann on Aug 23, 2013 in Sharon's blog | 0 comments

Rich with Whispering Winds Bamboo, Maui is going to be holding a workshop at Sharon’s Plants in October. We are locking in a date, check back, this guy is very knowledge and a specialist in his industry. This will be an excellent workshop for Landscapers.