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Nani Mau Gardens, Hilo, HI

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Nani Mau Gardens

Commercial botanical gardens in Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii, known for tropical plantings and event hosting.

421 Makalika Street, Hilo, HI 96720 · Hilo, HI

About Nani Mau Gardens

Nani Mau Gardens is a commercial botanical garden in Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii. The grounds cover about 20 acres of landscaped displays of native and exotic tropical flowers and plants, with an orchid garden, rare palms, and tropical fruit trees. The site also operates as a venue and catering business for weddings, corporate events, and family gatherings. The gardens were founded by Makato Nitahara and opened to the public in 1972. Their name is a Hawaiian phrase meaning forever beautiful.

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