This week the Garden is Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday | Closed Friday & Saturday for Shade City Brewfest on 4/26, join us!! 


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Boise’s Eco-Friendly Beer Festival Is Back: Shade City Brewfest Returns April 26

On April 22, 2025
Boise, ID – April 1, 2025  – Shade City Brewfest is back and groovier than ever. Set to take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Idaho Botanical Garden, the fourth annual event brings together craft beer lovers, sustainability advocates, and the greater Boise community for a one-of-a-kind celebration that’s as environmentally responsible as... Read More
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Idaho Botanical Garden Achieves Arboretum Accreditation!

On April 21, 2025
Boise, ID – April 16, 2025 – The Idaho Botanical Garden is proud to announce that it has officially been accredited as an arboretum by ArbNet, a global organization that supports and promotes tree-focused gardens. This milestone, made possible through the dedicated efforts of Sarah Croak, our collections assistant, marks an exciting new chapter for... Read More
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Planning Your Treasure Valley Vegetable Garden: Tips, Timing, and Giving Back

On April 17, 2025
Boise’s long sunny days, fertile soils, and dynamic growing season make the Treasure Valley a fantastic place to grow your own food. Whether you’re a new gardener or looking to level-up your veggie game, planting a vegetable garden here takes a bit of planning—and a lot of heart. At the Garden, we see vegetable gardening... Read More
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Water-Wise Gardening: Preparing for a Sustainable Growing Season

On April 14, 2025
Water conservation is more important than ever, especially in Idaho’s dry climate. A little planning in spring can help you create a garden that thrives with minimal water use. 1. Choose Drought-Tolerant Plants Opt for native and adaptive plants that require less water once established, such as: 2. Optimize Irrigation 3. Improve Soil Moisture Retention... Read More
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Soil Health 101: Preparing Your Beds for a Thriving Garden

On April 14, 2025
A garden is only as good as its soil. Whether you’re growing vegetables, flowers, or shrubs, taking time to improve your soil in spring will yield healthier plants all season long. 1. Test Your Soil Before adding amendments, conduct a soil test to determine pH levels and nutrient content. There are many extension offices throughout... Read More
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Idaho’s Spring Planting Guide: What to Grow and When to Start

On April 14, 2025
Timing is everything in gardening, and for Idaho gardeners, understanding when to plant is key to success. Whether you’re eager to start seeds indoors or itching to get plants in the ground, this guide will help you plan your spring garden. Understanding Idaho’s Frost Dates Idaho has diverse growing zones, ranging from USDA Zone 3... Read More
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