Best Plants For Sun Valley, ID

A variety of plants are suitable for Sun Valley's climate. The growing zone for the area is usually 5b, with average annual lows of -15 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Sun Valley, ID based on our analysis of the region's information.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Sun Valley include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts, while fruits like apples, apricots and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like asters, black-eyed susans (rudbeckia) and bleeding heart (dicentra spectabilis) for the best results.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Trees for Sun Valley

American Beech (Fagus grandifolia)

American Elm (Ulmus Americana)

American Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)

Black Walnut (Juglans nigra)

Blue Spruce (Picea pungens)

Cottonwood (Populus deltoides)

Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii)

Eastern Hemlock (Tsuga canadensis)

Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)

Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos)

Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)

Norway Spruce (Picea abies)

Red Maple (Acer rubrum)

Red Oak (Quercus rubra)

Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum)

Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)

White Ash (Fraxinus americana)

White Birch (Betula papyrifera)

White Oak (Quercus alba)

White Pine (Pinus strobus)

Fruits for Sun Valley

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Concord grapes

Currants

Elderberries

Figs

Gooseberries

Hardy kiwi

Honeyberries

Mulberries.

Peaches

Pears

Plums

Quince

Raspberries

Rhubarb

Strawberries

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Flowers for Sun Valley

Asters

Black-Eyed Susans (Rudbeckia)

Bleeding Heart (Dicentra Spectabilis)

Coneflowers (Echinacea)

Daylilies (Hemerocallis)

Forsythia

Hardy Geraniums

Hostas

Hydrangeas

Iris

Lilacs (Syringa)

Marigolds (Tagetes)

Peonies (Paeonia)

Petunias

Rhododendrons

Roses (Rosa)

Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum)

Sunflowers (Helianthus)

Tulips (Tulipa)

Zinnias

Vegetables for Sun Valley

Beets

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Cabbage

Carrots

Cauliflower

Cucumbers

Kale

Leeks

Lettuce

Onions

Peas

Pumpkins

Radishes

Spinach

Squash

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Turnips

Zucchini

Map of ID Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

Choosing plants based on the growing zone for Sun Valley ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of Idaho.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Best Time to Plant in Sun Valley

Check the growing calendar for Sun Valley at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Need Gardening Gear?

The Plant Guide Online has selected some of our favorite products to help you with your next growing project. From seed starting trays and fertilizers to decor and lifestyle items, we think you'll love what we've selected.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Sun Valley's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 5b

Zip Codes: 83354, 83353

Longitude: -114.3339

Latitude: 43.6838

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -15 to -10

The USDA growing zone is 5b in Sun Valley, ID. This is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, helping to decide what plants would be suitable for the region's climate. According to our records, the average annual extreme minimum temperature in Sun Valley is -15 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Sun Valley, ID.

Map of Sun Valley

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round with this indoor hydroponic garden system.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

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Tools You'll Love

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round with this indoor hydroponic garden system.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

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Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

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