Gardening in Valley County has its challenges: McCall has around 63 frost-free days, Cascade a few more. Growing plants and vegetables at high-altitude requires an understanding of what is possible, what is practical. The following educational bulletins deal specifically with short-season growing in Idaho.
If you are new to high-altitude gardening, we invite you to first read the introduction bulletin
Also: maintaining healthy soils is your number one strategy in all of the issues you are going to face, be it disease, weeds and yields. Composting at home can be a great way to do so.
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Choosing and Growing Adapted Vegetable Varieties |
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Gardening Strategies for Short-Season, High-Altitude Zones |
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Growing Small-Fruit Crops in Short-Season Gardens |
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Growing Tomatoes in Cool, Short-Season Locations |
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Growing Tree Fruits in Short-Season Gardens |
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Hardy Roses for Harsh Climates |
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Herbaceous Ornamentals: Annuals, Perennials, and Ornamental Grasses |
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Introduction to Short-Season Gardening in Idaho |
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Landscaping with Native Plants |
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Lawn Care in Short-Season, High-Altitude Zones |
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Managing Soils in Short-Season, High-Altitude Zones |
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Selecting, Planting, and Caring for Trees, Shrubs, and Vines |
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Short-Season Vegetable Gardening |
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Extending the garden season |
Gardening in Valley County has its challenges: McCall has around 63 frost-free days, Cascade a few more. Growing plants and vegetables at high-altitude requires an understanding of what is possible, what is practical. The following educational bulletins deal specifically with short-season growing in Idaho.