Scenic Hawai‘i, Inc. Recognizes Landscapers at Annual Betty Crocker Landscape Awards Ceremony | Home & Garden

10th Annual Betty Crocker Landscape Awards honors those who make Hawai‘i a more beautiful place

Scenic Hawai‘i, Inc. celebrated green thumbs on Monday at the 2012 Betty Crocker Landscape Awards ceremony held at the Outrigger Canoe Club. In honor of Betty Crocker, one of the founders of the organization, Scenic Hawai‘i recognized gardens whose beauty reflects the gardener’s love of the land and appreciation of the natural beauty of Hawai‘i.

“Each of the award recipients shows a deep appreciation for Hawai‘i’s historical and cultural resources,” said Cicely George, president of Scenic Hawai‘i, Inc. “We are excited to recognize professional landscapers as well as individuals whose passion for gardening has created beautiful green spaces on our islands.”

Scenic Hawai‘i received entries from O‘ahu, Kaua‘i, and the Big Island. The following awardees were announced at yesterday’s ceremony, which included a reception and silent auction:

Professional Gardens

Award of Excellence:

Hawai‘i Tropical Botanical Garden

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center

The Kahala Beach Condos

Award of Honor:

Banyan Street Manor

Private Residence – Big Island

Private Residence – O‘ahu

Kahiwelo Urban Food Garden

Allure Condominium

Kamehameha School Athletic Complex

Community Gardens

Award of Excellence:

University of Hawai‘i at Hilo Botanical Gardens

‘Aikahi Elementary School Gardens

Award of Honor:

Kaiser High School Rain Garden

Waianae Boys & Girls Club of Hawai‘i

Wood Creek Crossing II

Awards were also given to individuals in the Private Gardens and Xeriscape Gardens categories. 

Each year, Scenic Hawai‘i also gives out two special awards: the Legacy Award and the Volunteer of the Year Award. This year, Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park received the Legacy Award, which gives special recognition to a cherished place in Hawai‘i that has helped to define Hawai‘i’s environmental character to both residents and visitors. Created nearly 100 years ago, Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park continues to serve as a refuge for the island’s native plants and animals and has preserved the settings of Kilauea and Mauna Loa. Chuck Burrows was named Volunteer of the Year for his dedication to preserving the beauty of the islands through volunteerism.