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Central Sierra: Lake Tahoe Basin | Master Gardener | Tahoe Gardening Resources

Gardening in Tahoe

Gardening in Tahoe is not like gardening in the valley. The microclimates, elevation, and cold weather are just some of the things that make the area distinct, and a distinct challenge for those of us who love to dig in the dirt. 

Our goal is to make this site a Tahoe gardener's go-to resource for home horticultural information. Start with these resource pages: 

Planting Zones in Lake Tahoe

Learn about growing food in Tahoe 

Fire Resilient Landscaping in Tahoe 

Publications

UC ANR, other Cooperative Extensions, and our partners have publications that may be relevant to you.    

The Combustibility of Landscape Mulches (SP-11-04)
The Combustibility of Landscape Mulches (SP-11-04)