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Jason Wilson

Jason started his growing journey predominantly in growing zone 9b, with experience planting and growing more heat tolerant plants. Now in zone 7a, his favorite plants are his beloved dahlias and his garden squash.

White Flower in Garden

Flowers

49 White Flowers: Complete List With Names and Pictures

Thinking of planting some white flowers in your home garden? Between annuals and perennials, there are a wide variety of white flowers that will liven up your yard, or provide some balance to a brightly colored flower garden. In this massive guide, we take a look at over 50 of our favorite white flowers, with names and pictures of each!

Zinnia flower in Arizona garden

Flowers

21 Flowers To Grow in the Arizona Heat

Do you live in the heat of the Arizona desert, and aren't sure what flowers can cut it in the dry, scorching heat? Planting flowers in dry, arid, desert climates can be challenging, especially if you don't pick the right flowering plants. In this article, we take a look at 21 of our favorite flowers that can take the Arizona heat.

refrigerator houseplants

Houseplants

21 Plants That Can Live on Top of Your Refrigerator

Looking for a houseplant to put on top of your refrigerator? There are actually a number of different plants that like a slightly warmer environment, and don't require too much sun. But if you pick the wrong plant, you'll end up with a wilted, dying mess. In this article, we look at our favorite plants to put on top of your fridge.

Vines

Jasmine Varieties: 14 Different Types of Jasmine

If you've considered adding some jasmine to your garden this season, you are not alone! Many gardeners are attracted to the sweet smell of this fast-growing plant. But did you know there are many different types of jasmine to choose from? In this article, we examine our favorite jasmine varieties to help you pick the perfect plant for your garden.

hoya varieties

Cacti & Succulents

Hoya Varieties: 51 Different Types of Hoyas You’ll Love

Thinking of planting a hoya plant but aren't sure which one to pick? There are many different types of hoya varieties, so it can be tough to pick one that suits your home. You could always pick more than one, or use this guide to help narrow your search. In this article, we take a look at our favorite hoya cultivars with names and pictures of each!

Perennial Growing in Colorado

Ornamental Gardens

31 Perennial Plants to Grow if You Live in Colorado

If you live in Colorado, mapping out the perfect garden can be a challenge due to the temperature and elevation variations. The good news is that there are plenty of plants that can withstand the varied climate of the centennial state. In this article, we examine our favorite perennial plants to put down in your garden if you live in the great state of Colorado.

One of the shade perennials zone 6, appearing to have rows of blooms dangling from the stems

Ornamental Gardens

19 Shade Loving Perennials For Zone 6 Shade Gardens

Looking for some perennial plants for a shady area of your garden, and live in hardiness zone 6? Perhaps you are starting a new shade garden? Either way, finding the right plants for areas that don't naturally get a lot of sun is important when planting in the shade. In this article, you'll learn about our favorite cold-hardy plants that are perfect for hardiness zone 6.

Shrubs for Shade Gardens

Shrubs

31 Shrubs For Shade Gardens and Shady Areas

Do you need some shrubs for shady areas of your garden? Perhaps you are creating an entire shade garden but aren't sure which shrubs to plant? The good news is, there are plenty of shade loving options, no matter your hardiness zone or geographic location. In this article, we look at our favorite shade-loving shrubs.

Purple Perennial Flowers

Flowers

41 Purple Perennial Flowers With Names and Pictures

Looking for some purple perennial flowers to add some color to your flower garden this season? Finding the right balance of color for your flower garden is important to almost every gardener, especially when you have so many options available to choose from. In this article, we take a look at our favorite purple perennial flowers that you can plant in your garden this season.

A close-up shot of a spiky purple colored bloom with a magenta colored center on top of a stem, showcasing one variety of perennial flowers

Flowers

72 Beautiful Perennial Flowers For Every Part of the Garden

Thinking of adding some perennial flowers to your garden this season, but aren't sure which ones to pick? There are many different types of perennial flowers that can brighten up just about any garden. In this article, we take a deeper look at our favorite perennial flowers, with names and pictures of each one.

A close-up shot of a composition of golden Freesia blooms, showcasing yellow flowers

Flowers

53 Yellow Flowers With Names and Pictures

Thinking of adding some bright yellow blooms to your garden this year? The good news is that there's no shortage of yellow flowers to brighten up your planting space. From perennials to annuals, there's plenty of beautiful yellow blooms to go around. In this article, we take a look at some of the most popular yellow flowers for your flower garden.

Astrantia Major

Flowers

37 Pink Perennial Flowers with Names and Pictures

Thinking of adding some perennial flowers to your garden but aren't sure which ones to pick? Perhaps some pink perennial flowers are just the right addition to your gardening space! In this article, hobby gardener Jason White takes a look at some popular pink perennial plants, with names and pictures of each!