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Brighton, Colorado 80601
13785 Potomac St, Brighton, CO 80601
Boulder, Colorado 80301
7455 Valmont Rd, Boulder, CO 80301
Denver's high altitude at 5,280 feet creates unique growing conditions with intense sun, cool nights, and low humidity. Summer temperatures reach 88°F while winters drop to 19°F. The short growing season from May through September requires hardy crops, but the Arkansas River valley's soil and irrigation support surprising diversity.
Denver grew from a mining camp supplied by irrigated farms along the South Platte River. The area pioneered high-altitude agriculture and became famous for Palisade peaches and Rocky Ford melons. Modern farms use hoop houses and season extension techniques, with many focusing on heritage grains and altitude-adapted varieties.
June brings strawberries when the mountain snow melts. July offers sweet corn and summer squash, while August features Colorado's famous peaches from the Western Slope. September means apple season in mountain orchards, plus corn mazes when the aspen trees turn gold. Many farms grow unique high-altitude varieties like purple potatoes and quinoa.
Farms spread along the Front Range from Fort Collins (65 minutes via I-25) to Colorado Springs. The Western Slope's fruit farms are 2-4 hours via I-70. Weekend mountain traffic can be heavy, so leave early. Afternoon thunderstorms are common in summer. Bring sunscreen for high-altitude sun and water for dry conditions. Many farms offer mountain views and combine well with hiking or brewery visits.
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