I wanted to get into hydroponics since I used to in the past. Stopped here after searching Google…read more There was a aquaponic shop in kalihi which moved and I haven't actually tried finding it but I found this shop and it wasn't so bad. Pricing was decent, I got some grow plugs at 2 for $1 and also a heavy duty humidity dome. Fortunately I do a lot of aquascaping so I already had a plant light that can run on its own 24/7. First impression walking in, I thought the shop was closing, but apparently the owner is moving things around. Phew! There was also a customer before me who didn't seem to care that there was someone after him as he pulled the owner away to share pictures while I had already started to inquire on some items. Which was fine, I added that into my schedule that the shop might be busy or might not be. So I continued to walk around and learned that he also does mushroom cultures! Pretty awesome right? I proceed to pay and chatted up with the owner. He mentioned that lion mane cultures have to be ordered in advanced because they sell out before they even make it on the shelf. Crazy right?

Nothing like it anywhere…read more.. What an amazing shop providing all things for hydroponics which I'm absolutely clueless though know what it is and do enjoy them as well. I do have a friend who does have a fabulous garden green thumb and all has been doing a bit of hydroponics with a bit of media with trial and error, the gentleman here can answer all your questions and with plants like tomatoes growing freely is just a delight to see and wished I knew how. Not quite ready to give this an attempt, prices here are great and there is a lot to choose from as there's stacks of media and just knowing I do have places like this here in the Old Stadium Square near Niu Soft Serve though parking is limited it's very hopeful for me to start my garden one day. Thank you!

This is still my go to spot any time we need (or want) more plants. The owners are so kind and…read morewelcoming and my kids love helping me pick more additions for our yard. The plants are always well taken care of and healthy!

Great selections of plants. Very organized and the service was on the money. Thank you. Kapolei…read moreGreenz.

Stopped by this plant shop with a friend because they wanted to get a specific plant for their new…read moreapartment. The shop is located on Cooke Street in the Kakaʻako area of Honolulu. There isn't much space, but they had a variety of beautiful plants, all organized neatly on display. Prices were also reasonable compared to other shops I've visited on Oʻahu. Since it's a small shop, there was only one worker when we visited. We did feel a little overwhelmed at first while looking for the specific plants my friend wanted, but eventually we were able to ask questions when the worker was free. She was very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about the plants they had for sale. My friend found two of the plants on their list, but the other one wasn't available due to the shop's limited space. The worker checked the main garden in Mililani and confirmed they had it there, which was super helpful. Overall, this is a gem in the Honolulu area and a really enjoyable experience. I ended up picking out a plant for myself as well. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area and into plants!

Gave into peer pressure…read more At work there's an optional, friendly contest to decorate your cubicle for Halloween. I've been too busy in and out of the office so I put this matter on the back burner. Just the other day I took off from work due to parking issues where administrators encouraged us to take leave and my car was due for 6 months maintenance. I strategically made other appointments and errands to do to maximize my time off. After getting my much needed haircut from Salon Capello at Imperial Plaza, I walked back to the parking structure and saw Mari's Urban Garden (MUG). I've seen this store before but never walked in until the other day. I witnessed a customer carrying an orchid plant, which got my attention. You see, the other week I went to buy an orchid plant at Long's to use a coupon soon to expire, only to realize all orchid plants were sold out. I just had to investigate after what I had just witnessed. Mari's Gardens originally started in Mililani back in 2008 selling fresh local produce and indoor and outdoor plants. The parent company expanded in Kakaako February 2021 with MUG. I initially entered the store to check out the orchids but my eyes also landed on their seasonal items tastefully displayed. One table in particular, had Halloween themed accessories where my eyes landed on. I came across a white mini Phalaenopsis plant that I wanted. It had a modernized clay pot, and thought it'd be cool to have some Halloween decoration. This would give my cubicle some life and a festive vibe. While waiting for my turn, the friendly female staff assisted the customer with her orchid plant purchase, along with some items for maintenance. This gave me more time to check out this store with a wide variety of plants and accessories. When it came to my turn, the sales associate greeted me and listened to the reason of my visit. She checked the orchid inventory in the back to allow me to select whatever was on hand but personally I liked my first choice and stuck with it. I was then guided to the cashier where there were more Halloween decoration which also got my attention. I took the associate's advice by emptying the whole container to check out the small figurines. I ended up selecting 8 figurines and a bat decorative stick to accompany my plant. Checkout was a breeze and contactless payment available. If you ask me, the prices were very affordable and didn't break the bank. My purchase was provided in a small cardboard box stuffed with paper to secure my plant during transport. I drove to my office after leaving MUG to drop off my new plant and arranged the small figurines. I was very pleased with my purchase at MUG where it now gives my cubicle some life and a festive vibe without being excessive. Overall, a very happy and pleased customer of MUG. I'll be sure to stop by after my next haircut at Imperial Plaza. I'm at a stage in life where I now realize little things can lift my spirits up and orchid plants have done so.

I've frequented this place often when I come to visit and have even placed orders online for a…read morelocal friend for their haku leis. They also now host a former floral shop, Pua Hana from Kaimuki, who provides leis/ haku leis for sale. I've taken classes when they used to do them at Surf Jack eons ago. Service is friendly and I love their selections of plants, florals, prints, and knick knacks. I wish I could take home many, but can't given I am not local to Oahu. It seems they have relocated to a different location now and and are no longer at the Salt shopping plaza.

I visited Paiko for the first time since they moved. Finding the location was easy and there are a…read morecouple of dedicated stalls in the parking lot in the back for Paiko customers. The space is on the smaller side but there is a ton to see! I feel like I made at least three rounds around the shop during my visit cause I kept discovering new things I missed before. They have a selection of fresh cut flowers and greens (don't forget to check the fridge in addition to those out on display in the front). Some potted plants available of various sizes, lots of unique planters of various sizes, and cute plant-related gifts. There was a cute station of native seed packets too! There is a soil mix station if you want to make your own. It's on a smaller side though so probably best for smaller plants and/or terrariums. The staff were busy preparing for an event and the store was going to be closed for a portion of their typical business hours so if you're traveling from far away, it might not hurt to call ahead to confirm their hours for that day. Everyone was friendly though!

Great selection of much needed items for home improvement and that never ending Honey Due List!…read moreFriendly informative Employees a great value with seasonable sales. Value in shopping around to find those must have items. Military Discount seals the deal for me!

Shout out to Kayli for all her help last night…read more So the other day I was cooking dinner for my dad & when I went into his refrigerator, I noticed it didn't seem that cold? But when I checked the freezer, it appeared that it was working properly. I asked my dad if the fridge was okay? And he in turned told me that it was, so I really didn't think anything more of it. Several days later, after shopping for some food for my dad, when I was putting some produce items into his fridge, I again asked him if the refrigerator was okay, then he finally told me "maybe something was wrong". I rechecked the settings on the refrigerator, rechecked the vents from the freezer, seals on the door, and everything appeared to be okay. Being that my dad's refrigerator was 11 years old (I remembered buying it in 2014), I guess it was time for a replacement. Luckily for me, November has rolled around and since a lot of folks will be feasting towards the end of November, "Black Friday" sales have started & Home Depot has their big "Black Friday" sales event for the entire month of November. At first I went to Best Buy, because I purchased the refrigerator & stove from there back in 2014, but upon arriving there, I couldn't get any help so I left the store & headed across the street to Home Depot. Upon lookin' at the fridges, I found a fridge that would fit in my dad's kitchen space & looked for a clerk to help me. Luckily I came across Kayli, and she was so helpful in processing my transaction. Timing was just right for me, as the delivery of the refrigerator was FREE due to the Black Friday sales, and I only had to pay $50 bucks for the removal of the old refrigerator. The refrigerator I purchased was in stock, so Saturday they will deliver it to our house. How's that for great service???!!! Much MAHALO Home Depot, and Kayli! You really helped us out of jam, as I realky needed a running refrigerator, especially since Thanksgiving is just around the corner!

Mulkern Landscaping is by four the best on Oahu... The owner is friendly has a great sense of humor…read moreand really knows what he's doing!

This is the worst landscaping service on Oahu. I was warned by fellow neighbors when I purchased…read morea home in East Oahu not to keep Mulkern, as others had bad experiences. He quoted me $3000 a month as a "new" customer! I couldn't believe anyone would pay that for a 6200 square foot lot, Mulkern had serviced the yard for the realtor while selling the property; grass was burned, trees a mess, and basically only serviced by blowers according to all the neighbors who had witnessed Mulkern employees.

It can be really tough to find the right florist...someone you truly trust with your wedding's…read morefloral design. I initially chose a different florist, but as the process unfolded, I began to have doubts. I decided to keep looking and ultimately found Plant Hawaii--and I'm so glad I did! Working with Scot and the entire team was an incredible experience from start to finish. They were excellent communicators, truly listened to our vision, and created stunning inspiration boards that perfectly captured our theme. What stood out most was how collaborative and transparent the entire process felt. Their online portal was fantastic. It clearly showed each floral request, counts, inspiration photos, and costs. Their suggestions were beautiful and thoughtful. In addition, they were upfront about pricing every step of the way. These are two very important things to consider when selecting a florist. First, having an online portal made it incredibly easy to make adjustments together and immediately see changes reflected in the proposal. Second, clarity around flowers and pricing felt surprisingly difficult when speaking with other florists. Plant Hawaii stood out because they were so clear, organized, and transparent by comparison. On the wedding day, Scot and his team arrived and immediately jumped into action. As a planner, coordinating vendors can be stressful, but Plant Hawaii needed no direction. They built a breathtaking ceremony arch, placed all aisle and reception florals, handed me the bride's bouquet, and made sure I knew exactly where all the leis were. Everything was seamless and effortless. Florals truly set the tone for a wedding, and Plant Hawaii delivered the most jaw-dropping tropical Hawaiian arrangements. The bride envisioned a sunset palette, and the team quite literally painted a sunset sky with flowers. Their attention to detail, artistry, and love for what they do showed in every single element. Mahalo nui to Scot and the Plant Hawaii team. We are so grateful to have worked together! If you're considering them, don't wait!! They are the best!!!

Q: What do I do on weekends?…read more A: Plant shop, but not at Plant Hawaii. New hours as of last week, Mon-Fri only. Closed on weekends. I've actually been there on the days and hours that they say they are open but they were closed. I pressed the Ring button as instructed, but no response. I got into my car but spied another family coming to the parking lot. I got out of the car and followed them. Somehow they had the magic that I didn't have, and got a lovely young girl to open up the shop. I tagged right along, glad that I didn't drive away when I was going to. The girl was really nice. I've purchased a variety of things from them in the past: lipstick vine, hibiscus and etc. The prices are pretty good; hibiscus on the pricier side but they have the Cajun series that I crave so much. Bummer that they are not open on weekends but I totally get it.