Cultivating Gardens and Community Connections

As spring turns toward early summer, many Blaine County and Hi-Line residents are ready to get their gardens in the ground. Gardening in our area of Montana comes with its own set of challenges, such as short growing seasons, cool nights, and variable moisture. Gardening can be a daunting task, but with a little planning, it can also be incredibly rewarding.

Timing is one of the most important factors for success. In north central Montana, it’s important to pay attention to frost risk before planting warm-season crops like tomatoes, peppers, and squash. Montana State University Extension resou...