Pulitzer Prize-winning poet bought a barren land in Hawaii and turned it into a 19-acre forest with more than 3,000 palms

Aug 20, 2026 - 12:00
Pulitzer Prize-winning poet bought a barren land in Hawaii and turned it into a 19-acre forest with more than 3,000 palms

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W.S. Merwin, a celebrated poet, found solace and seclusion in Maui during the 1970s, where he dedicated himself to creating a lush 19-acre palm forest. This extraordinary project transformed a barren piece of land into a thriving ecological haven, showcasing an impressive array of palm species. Today, the Merwin Conservancy diligently safeguards this rich environmental legacy, ensuring it remains a vital part of our natural heritage.

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