Landscaping on lava

[waipili]

20 yrs ago, I had my property "ripped" for a future orchard. Back in those days we didn't know better in preserving the Hawaiian Forest. Although it was mostly the awfull invasive strawberry grava tree that was overrunning on my property. So it has been easier to plant citrus, and other fruit trees. Also for Kava "Awa" to be planted soon. The top part of the lava is cracked and you just pick out the larger lava pieces to make a hole. I found certain fruit trees will not bear fruit at this elevation, so before you buy, ask, "will this bear fruit at my elevation". It has been a costly and waste of time by not asking the proper questions. As was sold 2 mango trees which will grow just fine here, problem is, they will never bear fruit. Also, to share: Look carefully at your Ohia trees or any other tall trees on your property or neighbors. My neighbors 60 plus ft tall tree fell across my propery a few weks ago. And I am nervous as there are other very tall and very diseased trees aligning their property that can come down anytime. Plus, what do I do now with my neighbors tree on my property? Its huge. I'm very lucky it did not hit my house, water tank, or me. The Ohia trees are mostly growing above the lava, not much root system to anchor it. Particularly, when it gets too tall, it will easily fall. Just thought I'd share.


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