Koa trees in lower puna

[janeadams]

A quick comment on Koa at lower elevations... the main problem is that those trees will not produce nearly the quality of timber (ie, canoe wood!) that those grown in upper elevations will. We've grown koa in Maui at the 800' elevation, and saw it all over along the roadways. Here, we're at 1100', and the Koa grove we've planted is doing quite well.

If they are growing well, enjoy them... plant more! They are beautiful native trees and a welcome sight at any elevation.

If you want low land hardwoods that are native, consider the kamani, kou or milo. All grow well here.

Jane