Opening for the 2026 Season on Friday, March 13th at 9AM
Boise Garden Center Specializing in Hanging Baskets, Planters, Bedding Plants, Perennials, Herbs, Vegetables and Garden Supplies
For over 40 years, Five Mile Farm has helped Boise homeowners create landscapes that return stronger each season. Our perennial flowers and landscape shrubs are selected for beauty, structure, and proven performance in Boise and Treasure Valley gardens. You can explore our seasonal selection in person at our Boise garden center.
Designed for Lasting Beauty
Perennials and shrubs bring depth, structure, and seasonal interest to your yard. From bold summer blooms to textured evergreens, we help you build landscapes that feel layered and complete. Many of these plants also work beautifully in ceramic pots and patio planters.
Layered garden beds in Boise
Season long color with hardy perennials
Evergreen structure for Boise landscape
Treasure Valley Tough. Heat, Drought & Winter Ready
Boise’s hot, dry summers and freezing winters demand plants that can handle seasonal extremes. We focus on hardy, dependable perennials and shrubs selected specifically for Treasure Valley landscapes — from full sun exposure and reflected heat to winter cold and spring temperature swings.
Heat & Drought Tolerant Perennials
Smart selections that stand up to Idaho’s intense sun, dry soil and summer heat.
Cold Hardy Shrubs & Perennials
Dependable varieties that return strong after Treasure Valley winters.
Low Maintenance Landscape Plants
Beautiful structure and seasonal interest without constant watering or upkeep.
A Wide Selection of Boise Ready Perennials & Shrubs
From sun-loving bloomers to shade-tolerant groundcovers, our greenhouses and nursery yard are stocked with varieties selected specifically for Boise and Treasure Valley landscapes. Whether you’re refreshing a single bed, creating a pollinator garden, or planning a full yard renovation, we’ll help you find plants that truly thrive in our climate. For homeowners looking to conserve water, we carry drought-tolerant and xeriscape-friendly selections designed for Boise’s dry summers and four-season conditions. For added seasonal color, many gardeners pair long-lasting perennials with our annual flowers and hanging baskets.
Long Blooming Perennials for Boise Gardens
Coneflower, salvia, coreopsis, catmint, yarrow — dependable color all summer long.
Pollinator Friendly Plants
Coneflower, salvia, yarrow, milkweed, and flowering shrubs that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds — perfect for Boise gardens.
Structural Shrubs
Spirea, boxwood, ninebark, hydrangea — anchor plants that add shape and year-round interest.
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Ornamental Grasses
Drought-tolerant texture and movement for modern or traditional landscapes
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Shade & Woodland Options
Hosta, coral bells, brunnera; reliable performers for north-facing yards and under trees.
Need Help Choosing the Right Perennials & Shrubs?
Boise’s climate can be tough on plants — but we’re here to help. Our team can guide you toward the right perennial or shrub for your soil, sun exposure, and maintenance goals. You can also explore our garden resources for planting tips and seasonal gardening advice.
Visit Our Boise Garden Center
​See what’s blooming now and explore our current selection in person. Our seasonal inventory changes throughout the spring and early summer.