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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.

yellow peonies

Flowers

21 Yellow Peony Varieties to Brighten Your Flowerbeds

Looking for some yellow peonies to brighten up your flowerbeds? There are many differen types of peonies that bloom in yellow, so you have plenty of options! In this article, we take a look at our favorite yellow peony varieties, with names and pictures of each!

A shot of rows of evergreen trees for shade

Trees

17 Low-Maintenance Evergreen Trees For Shade

Are you looking for a shade-friendly evergreen tree that you can plant in a shaded area of your yard or garden? There are many different evergreens that will keep their beautiful green foliage while thriving in the shade. In this article, we look at our favorite shade loving evergreen trees.

White Dahlia in Garden

Flowers

21 White Dahlia Varieties to Grow This Season

Looking for some white dahlia varieties to plant in your flower garden this season but aren't quite sure where to start? There are many different types of dahlias that bloom with beautiful white flowers. In this article, we take a look at our favorite white dahlia varieties that you can grow this season!

Strelitzia with big leaves growing indoors.

Houseplants

19 Big-Leaf Houseplants to Make a Statement Indoors

Looking for a new houseplant, but want to make sure it has large leaves to compliment other plants in your indoor garden? If so, then you've come to the right place! In this article, we take a deeper look at our favorite big-leafed plants that can thrive in just about any indoor space!

red peonies

Flowers

21 Red Peony Varieties For Bold Color in Your Flower Garden

Are you looking to add some red peonies to your flower garden this season? There are many different types of red peonies you can grow, so picking the right flower can be difficult. In this article, we look at our favorite peonies with red blooms to help you add some bold color to your flower beds!

Orange Dahlia in Garden

Flowers

21 Orange Dahlia Varieties To Grow This Season

Are you thinking of adding some orange dahlias to your garden, but aren't sure which variety to choose? It can be quite confusing, as dahlias have over 40 different species, and seemingly endless different varieties to pick from. In this article, we look at our favorite orange dahlias you can add to your garden for some beautiful and bright flowers this season!

white peonies

Flowers

21 White Peony Varieties For Your Flower Garden

Are you looking for some white flowering peonies to plant this season but aren't sure where to start? There are many different peony varieties you can grow that have beautiful white blooms! Check out our favorite peonies with white flowers you can add to your flower garden this season!

Purple Peonies

Flowers

11 Purple Peony Varieties For Your Flower Garden

Are you looking for some purple peonies to add to your flower garden? There are a number of different varieties to choose from, which is great if you love variety! In this article, we look at our favorite peonies with purple hued blooms that will help you get the pop of color you are looking for this season!

plants for under trees

Trees

49 Plants That Will Grow Underneath Almost Any Tree

Are you trying to find the perfect plants to grow under the trees in your yard or garden? Finding the right plant that can tolerate a little shade and not compete with your trees for nutrients can be difficult. In this article, we look at our favorite plants that can grow quite well under just about any type of tree in your yard or garden!

Fall Blooming Perennial in Flower Garden

Flowers

21 Fall Blooming Perennial Flowers For Your Flower Garden

Looking for some fall blooming perennials that you can add to your flower garden? There are many different types of perennial flowers with extended bloom times that will keep your garden colorful until winter. In this article, we look at our favorite fall blooming perennials that will bloom until first frost.

ground covers for slopes

Flowers

23 Fast Growing Ground Covers For Sloping Gardens

Are you looking for some fast growing ground cover to fill in the sloping space in your garden? If you have a sloping area to fill in, you likely know that not everything grows well on the side of a hill or steep slope. In this article, we take a look at our favorite ground cover plants that will fill in the harsh sloping areas of your garden, with names and pictures of each!