Amy Greenwell Gardens June/July/August 2008 Class Schedule
Bishop Museum’s Amy B. H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden is a 15-acre site with a nursery and a landscape of more than 200 species of native plants and Polynesian crops. Master the art of lauhala weaving, learn about saving seeds, or take a free guided tour of the Garden, which is located in Captain Cook, on the Big Island of Hawaii. To register for classes, call (808) 323-3318, or email agg@bishopmuseum.org.
The following programs will be offered at Bishop Museum’s Amy B. H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden in June, July and August 2008:
JUNE
AMY GREENWELL GARDEN FREE GARDEN TOUR – Hibiscus Galore
June 14; 10 to 11:30 a.m.; Free
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI
Come and see the Garden’s collection of native Hawaiian plants with a special focus on the large and diverse Mallow family with garden educator Noa Lincoln on the free tour of this month. The Garden has several native Hibiscus species and over two-dozen relatives such as the Hibiscadelphus and the Abutilon groupings. For more information call (808) 323-3318, or email agg@bishopmuseum.org. Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden is Bishop Museum’s native plant arboretum in Captain Cook on Hawaii Island. The Garden is located twelve miles south of Kailua-Kona on Highway 11, just south of mile marker 110. The Garden welcomes all visitors from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. Admission to the Garden is by donation, suggested at $4.
6th ANNUAL HAWAII ISLAND SEED EXCHANGE FESTIVAL
June 21; 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Free Event
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI
The 6th annual Seed Exchange has grown to feature dozens of local farmers and horticulturalists. Come to find and share seeds for your favorite fruits and vegetables as well as many popular and rare native plants for landscaping. Presentations by local experts on topics such as home seed storage and fruit seed germination will occur throughout the event and other activities include the planting of a new kalo patch and exotic fruit tasting. For advance registration or more information call (808) 323-3318. Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden is Bishop Museum’s native plant arboretum located in Captain Cook on Hawaii Island. The Garden is located twelve miles south of Kailua-Kona on Highway 11, just south of mile marker 110. The garden welcomes all visitors from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. Admission to the garden is by donation, suggested at $4.
JULY
AMY GREENWELL GARDEN FREE GARDEN TOUR – Hawaiian Hardwoods
July 12; 10 to 11:30 a.m.; Free Event
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI
Learn the value of various native hardwoods from garden educator Noa Lincoln on the free tour of this month. Come smell the fragrant Sandalwood or see the beautiful curly Koa wood. For more information call (808) 323-3318, or email agg@bishopmuseum.org. Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden is Bishop Museum’s native plant arboretum in Captain Cook on Hawai‘i Island. The Garden is located twelve miles south of Kailua-Kona on Highway 11, just south of mile marker 110. The Garden welcomes all visitors from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. Admission to the Garden is by donation, suggested at $4.
AUGUST
AMY GREENWELL GARDEN FREE GARDEN TOUR
August 9; 10 to 11:30 a.m.; Free
Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden; Captain Cook, HI
“Growing Hawaiian Foods” will be led by the garden educator Noa Lincoln. Come and learn about the different Hawaiian foods, the Hawaiian growing methods, and how to grow your own backyard garden today. Hawaiian agriculture represents one of the longest standing examples of sustainable agriculture, and there is much to be learned from their examples. This is a free event. For more information call (808) 323-3318, or email agg@bishopmuseum.org. Amy Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden is a Bishop Museum’s native plant arboretum in Captain Cook on Hawaii Island. The Garden is located twelve miles south of Kailua-Kona on Highway 11, just south of mile marker 110. The Garden welcomes all visitors from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. Admission to the Garden is by donation, suggested at $4.