Koolau Farmers

Gardening in Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawaii...My parents have green thumbs... it helps when you live in lush Nu'uanu Valley! My siblings and I always had plants around us and learned basic techniques from our parents. My mom has prized hanging heliconia plants and torch gingers. When they're not blooming, she complains, but doesn't water the plants extra nor give them fertilizer. I'm the kind of person who will do something to make her happy. After several suggestions to mom about fertilizer, I went to Ko'olau Farmers on Beretania Street and got a bag of fertilizer. This store has been around for a very long time. It's a locally owned name with another location in Kaneohe!I read the labels and asked the cashier if the one I selected would be good for heliconias... He said that this mix will force the plant to bloom. It won't necessarily get greener.Perfect!I can't wait to see the results!

Koolau Farmers is a locally owned nursery and garden supply. I came because my daughter has tasked me with rejuvenating her herb garden. Koolau carries a wide variety of plants, gardening tools, fertilizers and even fresh local produce. The assortment of tropical plants is amazing. I was tempted by the vast array of succulents. I found the herbs I was looking for and the plants looked very healthy. I also picked up a bunch of apple bananas that were beautiful. Prices are reasonable and the staff is aloha friendly. They have a private parking lot so it is easy to carry the plants to the car. I'll be back after I get this herb garden in shape.

Great variety of plants! You can find anything you want from simple plants to herbs and orchids. I was happy with my selection but must say it's pretty pricey there. Staff were excellent! They helped me a lot

I love this place! They have lots of healthy local plants . Their selection is sometimes limited but worth the wait to get that perfect healthy plant. Since I'm new to planting in the islands I love that they are willing to share their knowledge on care of each plant you buy there and advice on plants and soil situation that you are dealing with!It's great to deal with knowledge people!

This is my go-to stop for all things plants! I love supporting a local business, and this one makes it easy to do. There's ample parking in the front, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and there's always a great supply of plants to choose from. They also carry soil, fertilizers, and other useful gardening supplies. Whether you're a new plant person, or a full-fledged gardener, Koolau Farmers is sure to have the items to fit your needs! Be sure to check them out next time you're in town...

I called the other Koolau Farmers locations looking for crown flower. Neither of them had, so I called this location, turns out they had a lot! Yes! Score!I had bought a lavender crown flower plant elsewhere, and we had a caterpillar who was going through the leaves on our small plant like crazy, so I was desperate to find more. I'm so glad they still had here.I really liked this location. It's like finding a little forest in the middle of town. :D And the employees are very friendly and helpfulI'm also excited to see these crown flower bloom, which will be soon. These that I found here will have white flowers. I'm so used to seeing the lavender ones around.

Koolau Farmers is a gardeners heaven, with everything that a green thumb needs - and wants - for their garden.All locations have limited parking and South Beretania is no different but it's worth going early to take your time and wander inside and out of their nursery spaces. They have a wonderful collection of rare plants for sale, from variegated whale fin and monstera deliciosa to philodendron pink princess. Most of those are behind a roped-off area with a "kapu" sign to indicate it's off limits to the public. If you want to see one up close before purchasing, you'll need to request the assistance of one of the helpful staff. They also have one of the best seed collections on island, including a large display from Fukuda Seed Store, whose seeds are adapted to Hawaii's climate. Such a hidden gem along this busy street, if you're ever looking for a plant as a gift - for others or yourself haha - you should check out this local business!

A real neighborhood small business. Helpful. Well stocked. Convenient want them to continuing their service.

I was looking to get a "mahalo - thank you" gift/ plant for my niece and sister- and came across Ko'olau Farmers along Beretania, by chance. Jordan - part of the staff there - was so full of wonderful information and instruction on the best indoor plants and walked me around its medium size nursery to show me my options. They have these way cool, unique *charcoal-dark grey* ZZ's that I had never seen before ....since they were over my budget - I didn't get - but I will eventually because they are quite the lookers.....Okay - well, I did end up buying their last 'baby' one - for $9.99.....it may take 4 years to get it mature - like their matured ones - but it will be worth it ! I ended up purchasing a couple lei's, a healthy full spider plant, a small variegated pathos, and hanging felt container, as well as the baby black ZZ- all at a affordable price for me. I adore plants - and well Jordan there is even more enthusiastic and knowledgeable about them and it was so refreshing to have him assist me since he was so 'passionate' about plants. A super, fun experience and purchase! Mahalo Ko'olau Farmers. I'll be back !

Service is Great! Very convenient to shop at on Beretania Street! Staff are very helpful.