Saturday, Jul 20, 2024 from 9:00am to 2:00pm
We celebrate the 10th year of all things plumeria at our grove on Tallac Knoll. With more than 100 trees, the Arboretum has the largest public collection in the western continental United States. Join us for a celebration that includes one-stop shopping for plumeria and other exotic plants. Enjoy guided tours of our Plumeria Grove, talks by experts, live music and performances, and food trucks. Included in paid general admission.
Saturday Schedule of Events:
Plant & Merchandise Sale 9am-2pm
7:30am early entry for Arboretum members
Plumeria Grove Tours:
9am and then approximately every 30 minutes
10:30am & 12:30am: Spanish tour
11:30am: Mandarin tour
Talks by Experts:
9:30am: How a Nursery Roots Plumeria; John Ingwersen
10am: Pruning Basics; Ou Te
10:30am: Plumeria for Beginners; Jim McKibben
11am: Mounting and Care of Staghorn Ferns; Jim Herman
11:30am: Lei Making; TBD
12pm: Hibiscus Tips for Success; Alex Franco
12:30pm: Growing Plumeria from Seeds; Alex Franco
Entertainment:
9:30am: Hitira’a Tahi, Tahitian drumming
10:30 am & 12pm: Hilo Hi-Flyers, vintage-style Jazz with island flavor
Food Trucks (subject to change)
Aloha Friday’s (Hawaiian)
Dulce Europa (Shaved Ice)
Kiki’s (Cuban)
Lupita’s Tacos (Mexican)
Peacock Cafe (aguas frescas)
Rice Balls of Fire (Asian/API Fusion)
Vchos Pupuseria Moderna (Central American; pupusas, tacos)
Purchase tickets here...
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