May Is Idaho Horticulture Month

Governor Brad Little has officially proclaimed May as Idaho Horticulture Month.  In his proclamation, Little honored the “invaluable” contributions of Idaho’s nursery and greenhouse growers to the state’s economy, environment and communities.

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture’s Idaho Preferred program is encouraging Idahoans to choose Idaho-grown plants, trees, flowers and produce starts this spring.

“What grows in Idaho, thrives in Idaho,” said Erica White, Program Manager for Idaho Preferred. “When you choose locally grown plants, you’re choosing varieties that are naturally suited to Idaho’s unique climate and soil—and you’re directly supporting the Idaho growers who work hard to ensure your plants will hold up to the state’s unique growing conditions.” 

Idaho’s nursery and greenhouse industry generated $1.7 billion in total sales in 2022, with Idaho-grown products, including plants, trees, flowers, and produce starts, accounting for nearly $1 billion of that.  

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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