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May Day is Lei Day in Hawaiʻi, and even now as a mom, it still feels special. I grew up practicing for school May Day performances, and now I get to watch my own keiki learn the tradition too—picki...
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Did You Know There’s a Native Lauaʻe? Meet Peʻahi
If you’ve ever heard someone say “lauaʻe,” you probably pictured the fern you see all over Hawaiʻi. That common one is usually Australian lauaʻe so it’s easy to assume it’s our native fern. But did...
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Native Hawaiian Plant Month (April): How Kalo Brought Our Garden (and Us) Back to Life
April is Native Hawaiian Plant Month, and it’s been making me reflect on the small choices that changed our home—and our relationship with ʻāina. Kalo was flourished our souls, and it made room for...
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Featured Plant of the Week: Kalo
From ancient Hawaiian mo'olelo to modern brand symbol - discover the sacred story of kalo, our elder brother, and why this heart-shaped leaf represents everything we stand for at The Keiki Dept. Le...
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