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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.

Thriving Indoor Plants

Houseplants

How Long Do House Plants Live? What’s Their Average Lifespan?

Before purchasing an indoor houseplant for your garden, it's important to understand how long of a commitment you are making. Not all houseplants have the same lifespans, so it's best to understand how long you'll be caring for your plant if they are well taken care of. In this article, amateur gardener Jason White examines the average lifespan of a houseplant, and how to extend their life.

Types of Flowers in Garden

Flowers

301 Different Types of Flowers With Names and Pictures

Finding the right flowers for your home or garden can be very challenging. Not only do you have to think about seasonality, but you have to consider color, climate, environment, sunlight, and more. In this article, gardening enthusiast Jason Wilson walks through over three hundred different types of flowers to consider adding to your landscape.

Flowering Tree With Peach Colored Flowers

Trees

27 Flowering Trees That Grow Well in Michigan

If you live in Michigan, picking the right flowering tree for your home or garden space is critical, due to living in a colder climate. While there are several options to choose from, not all trees can withstand harsh winters. In this article, we look at our favorite flowering trees for Michigan home landscaping or gardening spaces.

Dwarf Meyer Lemon Trees

Fruits

How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Dwarf Meyer Lemon Trees

Dwarf meyer lemon trees can make excellent fruit tree companions for your garden, in the right climate and hardiness zone. In this article, recreational gardener Jason White walks through every step you'll need to take in order to successfully plant, grow, and care for dwarf meyer lemon trees in your garden.

Palm Tree in Texas Yard

Trees

Texas Palm Trees: 11 Types of Palms That Grow Well in Texas

Thinking of planting some palm trees in your Texas home or garden but aren't sure which variety is the best to choose from? Texas can be tricky due to the varying climates within the state. But there are many palm trees well suited for the highly variable climate. Let's take a look at our favorite palms for Texas yards and garden spaces.

Yellowing Leaves of Green Bean Plant

Plant Problems

Help! My Green Bean Leaves Are Turning Yellow! What Now?

If your green bean plant has yellowing leaves, you are likely a little panicky trying to figure out why! There are several reasons that this may happen, from underwatering, to plant disease. In this article, amateur gardener Jason White looks at seven different causes of yellowing green bean leaves, and how to deal with it.

A shot of a row of saplings near a fence, with several developing flowers underneath them, showcasing what to plant under cedar trees

Trees

Planting Under Cedar Trees: 17 Species to Try

Do you have a cedar tree in your yard, but aren't quite sure what to plant underneath it? Certain plants will grow much better underneath cedar trees, but how do you know which ones to pick? In this article, amateur gardener Jason White examines what kind of plants do well underneath cedar trees, as well as several of the most popular options.

A shot of a green colored fruit affected with blossom end rot showing spots on peppers

Plant Problems

What’s Causing Black or Brown Spots on My Bell Peppers?

Did you recently notice some brown or black spots on your bell peppers, but aren't sure what's causing it? There are actually a few reasons this might occur, so properly diagnosing the problem is imperative. In this article, we take a look at the most common reasons you may find spots on your bell peppers, and how to fix them when possible.