Hone Pene grows trees from seed at his home in Auckland's Te Atatu Peninsula as a way of healing. Hone Pene views his backyard nursery as a living, thriving symbol of his long journey from alcohol addiction to recovery. LAWRENCE SMITH/STUFF Hone Pene is a recovering addict who helps other recovering addicts by channeling their focus into growing native plants. LAWRENCE SMITH/STUFF "This is a gift that has given me purpose... peace and serenity, aroha and love." Hone Pene is one of five finalists in NZ Gardener's annual search for a homegrown hero.

Source: Stuff September 29, 2019 18:45 UTC