High Altitude Gardening

Gardening in Valley County has its challenges. McCall has around 63 frost-free days, Cascade a few more.

Growing plants and vegetables at high altitudes requires an understanding of what is possible and what is practical. If you are new to high altitude gardening, we invite you first to read Introduction to short-season gardening in Idaho (BUL 857).

View the following documents to learn more about short-season growing in Idaho.