FOFA PROJECTS 2006
Projects Paid For by Individual Donors
Thanks to generous donations by individuals, FOFA has been able to support progressive projects in 2006, as well as Arboretum basic maintenance. (Click here for Donors List). The following are some of the projects supported by donations.
Propagation Workshops - April 15, 2006 / July 17, 2006
Annual propagation workshops include the community in preservation of Maui's dryland species. Airlayering and grafting skills are learned to encourage propagation and distribution of these species. The endangered Hibiscus hannerae and the most fragrant Hibiscus waimeae are propagated to be outplanted within the community. Propagation workshops fulfill FOFA's mission of preservation through protection, propagation and distribution.
FOFA's propagation workshops included students from 2006 Maui Master Gardeners, Nature Conservancy, Maui Nui Gardens and Haleakala National Park.
Click here for Airlayering Workshop Photos & Instruction
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Card by Ed Baldwin |
Hog Wire Aprons
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Hog wire aprons were installed along lower trail of Arboretum to keep out baby pigs. Fencing was installed by Terry Quisenberry and Henrique Lyons (Maggie Moran stand-in).
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Humane Pig Trap
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A pig trap has been loaned by Tyler Thompson of Ululpalakua. Every 3 days the trap is checked and baited with avocadoes. Since January 2006, 15 pigs have been humanely captured to be raised for Imu (Hawaiian barbecue). A sow and 3 piglets are caught in the trap above.
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Mulch Distribution
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Mulch distribution is an ongoing job, redressing trees, expanding their mulch circumfrence and top-dressing new outplantings with the rich compost. Mulch and initial distribution was financed by grants. Ongoing distribution is paid for by individual donations. Francisco and Antonio Daiz distributethe rich mulch throughout the Arboretum.
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Native Specimens Collected for Outplanting in 2007
FOFA constantly works on acquiring new Auwahi species and greater populations of existing species for outplanting into the Arboretum. Our goal: for the Arboretum to be a strong seed bank for native dryland restoration efforts.
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'Ie'ie (Freycinetia arborea) propagated by Noah Judson in Orchids of Olinda nusery.
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Martha Moran waters plants in the nursery, which is constantly expanding in preparation for a major outplanting in 2007. |
Preservation of the Wiliwili
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Evidence of the Erythrina Gall Wasp was discovered in the Fleming Arboretum. In January, 2006, Anna Palomino immediately responded at FOFA's request to inject the trees with Merit, a systemic insceticide. Anna has been contracted to provide this service to the Arboretum every 5 months. Above, Anna uses a special kit to inject the trees.
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Seed and Plant Distribution
FOFA constantly works on seed distribution for reforestation projects and public & private outplantings.
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| David Orr and friend Louise show off the young Alani from the Fleming Arboretum that will be outplanted in Waimea Arboretum on Oahu, enhancing their collection of native species. |
Certified Arborist Tree Care
Tai Domen of Ali'ilani Arborcare provides tree care for Arboretum health. Tai is a Maui boy raised in Kaupo by well-known parents and owners of Kaupo Ranch Store, Linda and Manny Domen. Tai became a "Certified Arborist" in San Diego, CA. Maui is fortunate to have his quality of work. |