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May Is horticulture Month
May is celebrated as Idaho Horticulture Month, but you can begin cultivating Idaho lawn, garden, and household plants well ahead of spring’s arrival. Start by exploring your nearby garden centers, nurseries, and greenhouses to find seeds, starters, trees, shrubs, and plants that are suited to Idaho’s distinctive climate. These visits will help you discover which plants are grown locally and can flourish in the region. Throughout the season, be sure to watch for special events and gardening workshops to gain tips on how to nurture a thriving lawn in Idaho.
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Idaho nursery growers and local greenhouses offer a diverse selection of locally-grown, seed-started annuals and perennials that flourish in Idaho’s distinct soils and climate zones. Whether you’re looking to refresh your garden each season with vibrant annuals like pansies, snapdragons, or petunias, or you want to learn how to properly care for your perennials, your first step is connecting with your local Idaho plant specialists.
Seed
When planting your back yard garden from seed, it is best to start with seeds that are regionally-adapted and will thrive in your climate zone. Planting conditions can vary greatly throughout the state of Idaho and include such climates as the arid high desert, urban, and high mountain regions. Support your local Idaho Seed producers and learn which seeds will thrive in Idaho!
TREES AND SHRUBS
Uncover the potential of Idaho’s unique soils and varied climate zones by consulting with local tree growers. These experts possess invaluable insights into which trees and shrubs are most likely to thrive in the region’s conditions. By tapping into the knowledge of your community’s growing specialists, you take a crucial step toward creating a vibrant, flourishing lawn and garden tailored to Idaho’s distinct growing environments.
TURF AND SOD
From the high desert to alpine mountain climates, the key to a thriving lawn in Idaho is starting with sod that is locally grown and adapted to the region’s specific soil and climate conditions. This ensures a strong root system that can endure the varying climate fluctuations found across Idaho’s diverse zones.
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To help residents shop local, Idaho Preferred has published the 2025 Nursery & Greenhouse Growers Guide, a digital resource featuring Idaho Preferred participants, vetted Idaho producers who have met eligibility requirements to ensure their plants and products are grown in Idaho.
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