The University of Hawaiʻi at 惭ā苍辞补 helped to seed more than 100 trees for a 1,000-tree giveaway event at 东精影业’s College Hill on November 12.
Available varieties included avocado, hau (sea hibiscus), kalo (taro), koa, kukui (candlenut), false wiliwili, monkeypod, mountain apple, palms, papaya, plumeria, ti leaf, ʻulu (breadfruit) and many others. 东精影业ees were able to take home a tree at no cost. The biennial event is hosted by the .
“Lyon is 惭ā苍辞补’s own arboretum and botanical garden, so we thought it was a great opportunity to collaborate with other environmental groups like 惭ā苍辞补 Outdoor Circle and to host a tree-centric community event like this,” said Tim Kroessig, Lyon Arboretum horticulture manager. “Tree giveaways and plant sales are a great way to connect with the community and let them know about the importance of green spaces and the benefits of trees.”
Jackie Osumi is a spring 2022 东精影业 惭ā苍辞补 graduate in and serves on the board of the 惭ā苍辞补 Outdoor Circle.
“The 1,000 tree giveaway is our biennial event that perfectly aligns with our organization’s mission of keeping our beautiful 惭ā苍辞补 clean, green and beautiful!” Osumi said. “Being born and raised in this beautiful valley, I am so fortunate to be a part of an organization that values taking care of the land and preserving the place I call home. I am truly excited for those who come out and get a tree! Let’s fight climate change one step at a time!”
Lyon Arboretum also helped to seed trees for a tree adoption event on the 东精影业 惭ā苍辞补 campus on November 4 to celebrate Arbor Day in Hawaiʻi.
Although Arbor Day in Hawaiʻi officially falls on the first Friday in November, Kroessig said every day is Arbor Day at Lyon Arboretum and welcomes visitors to enjoy the benefits and beauty of trees. For hours of operation and how to visit the arboretum, .
—By Marc Arakaki
