The Limahuli Garden is located on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, in North Kauai. This 1,000 acre garden nestled in the mountains, is part of the National Tropical Botanical Gardens. It was donated to the American Horticultural Society in 1976. In 1997, it was rated as the best natural botanical garden in the United States.
Seventeen acres of the garden are available for public viewing. Visitors are able to see the natural beauty of the island and learn the cultural history behind it. One of the most interesting parts of the garden is the terrace system, which was used by ancient Hawaiians to grow crops. These terraces are still in place, and are used to grow taro and sweet potatoes. Other food grown in the garden includes bananas and sugar cane.
Another lovely feature is the Lima Auli Stream which flows through the garden down to the ocean. There are self guided tours along with guided tours that range in price from $15.00 to $100 per adult. It's a fascinating place, and well worth the visit if you go to Kauai. The garden is open Tuesday through Friday, and on Sunday from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
