High Elevation Gardening Series

UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center and TCDA present the High Elevation Gardening Series with four events for 2026.

Discover gardening strategies for the Tahoe area, participate in varietal phenology, purchase seedlings selected for the area, connect with fellow Tahoe gardeners, and be a part of our growing community. Join us for three opportunities to learn, connect, and grow. Featuring different varieties of leafy greens, tomatoes, potatoes, beans, and peas. Crop availability varies by event and time of year. Limited pre-orders available.

Visit the TERC website for more details.

Learn more about High Elevation Gardening with cheat sheets and videos available at https://tahoe.ucdavis.edu/garden-workshops.

High Elevation Gardening series:

🌎 April 23 | Tahoe City Earth Day Cleanup

*Date moved from April 22 due to weather 
📍 California 89, Tahoe City
⏰ 2–5 p.m.

🎉 May 17 | Fanny Bridge Dedication & Block Party
📍 Fanny Bridge, Tahoe City
⏰ 1–4:30 p.m.
🌱 BYOB (Bring Your Own Bucket) for FREE compost

🌊 May 23 | Opening Weekend on the Lake
📍 Heritage Plaza, Tahoe City
⏰ 2–5 p.m.

 May 27 | UC Davis Tahoe City Field Station
 Tahoe City
4–6 p.m.
🌱 BYOB (Bring Your Own Bucket) for FREE compost