Discover Maui's hidden paradise with this Upcountry Maui Jacaranda Poster by Swell Scenes. Featuring brilliant purple Jacaranda blooms set against rolling green slopes with the West Maui Mountains and Pacific Ocean stretching to the horizon, this artwork captures the cooler, pastoral beauty that makes Upcountry Maui's towns—Makawao, Kula, and Paia—beloved escapes from the beach crowds. Perfect for Maui residents, Hawaii lovers, Haleakala visitors, and anyone who's experienced the magic of Jacaranda season in the highlands.
Why You'll Love It
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Iconic Jacaranda Trees: Celebrates the spectacular purple blooms that transform Upcountry Maui each spring, creating breathtaking canopies along roads through Makawao, Kula, and beyond.
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Upcountry Maui Character: Captures the cooler, pastoral landscape where rolling hills, farms, ranches, and panoramic ocean views create a completely different side of Maui from the coastal resorts.
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Perfect Maui Gift: Ideal for Maui residents, Hawaii vacation memories, Haleakala sunrise visitors, farm-to-table enthusiasts, or anyone who fell in love with Upcountry's charm and slower pace.
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Purple and Green Paradise: Vibrant colors bring the lush beauty and floral magic of springtime Upcountry Maui into your home with tropical elegance.
About Upcountry Maui and the Jacaranda Trees
Upcountry Maui, the island's elevated interior region on the slopes of Haleakala volcano, offers a refreshing contrast to Maui's famous beaches—cooler temperatures, pastoral landscapes, agricultural heritage, and sweeping views from mountain to ocean. This distinct region encompasses charming towns like Makawao (paniolo cowboy town turned arts community), Kula (agricultural heartland known for proteas, lavender farms, and stunning sunsets), and Paia (bohemian surf town at the base of the Upcountry road). The spectacular purple Jacaranda trees, blooming primarily in spring (March through May), create magical canopies that transform the region into a purple wonderland—lining country roads, shading ranch fences, and dropping carpets of lavender petals beneath their branches. These South American natives have become an iconic part of Upcountry's identity, with locals and visitors planning drives specifically during peak Jacaranda season to experience the breathtaking displays. Beyond the Jacarandas, Upcountry Maui showcases Hawaii's agricultural diversity—Kula onions, strawberries from farms at 3,000+ feet elevation, protea flowers, lavender fields at Ali'i Kula Lavender Farm, and cattle ranches continuing Maui's paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) traditions dating back to the 1800s. The region serves as the gateway to Haleakala National Park, where visitors wake at 3am to drive up the volcano for legendary sunrise above the clouds at 10,023 feet. Upcountry offers farm-to-table restaurants, roadside produce stands, Ocean Vodka distillery, Surfing Goat Dairy, and the Saturday Makawao Farmers Market. The West Maui Mountains and Pacific Ocean create a stunning backdrop, with clear days offering views across the central valley to West Maui and the islands of Lanai and Molokai. This region represents a different pace of Maui life—where locals escape the heat, where agriculture still thrives, where small-town charm persists, and where the aloha spirit feels deeply rooted. Whether you've driven the winding Haleakala Highway to watch sunrise, explored Makawao's galleries and restaurants, picked strawberries at a Kula farm, or simply pulled over to photograph Jacarandas in full bloom, Upcountry Maui holds a special place in the hearts of those who discover it. This poster celebrates the purple magic and pastoral beauty of Maui's highlands—a piece of island paradise that feels worlds away from the beach resorts below.
Print & Frame Details
- Premium 189gsm matte paper using archival pigment inks
- Framed options include a 0.75″ (1.9 cm) Ayous wood frame in black, white, or natural
- Lightweight Acrylite front protector and hanging hardware included
- Available in multiple sizes, framed or unframed
- Printed to order to reduce waste and support sustainable practices
Thoughtful Craftsmanship
At Swell Scenes, every print is made to order with museum-quality materials. Our Hawaii series celebrates the islands' diverse landscapes and hidden gems — made for locals, travelers, and anyone who carries aloha in their heart.
About Swell Scenes
Swell Scenes turns iconic destinations into bold, beautiful artwork that fits any space. With a passion for Hawaii's natural beauty, Maui's special places, and island culture, our posters bring the aloha spirit and tropical paradise into your home.
