Posts By

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.

alocasia varieties

Houseplants

Types of Alocasia: 25 Different Alocasia Varieties

Looking to add some alocasia to your indoor garden, but aren't quite sure where to start? There are many different types of alocasia, so picking the perfect plant can be a bit of a challenge! In this article, we look at the many different alocasia varieties to help you decide which one to add to your plant collection!

Begonia Grown Indoors

Flowers

Are Begonias Annual, Biennial, or Perennial Plants?

Thinking of adding some begonias to your garden, but want to know if they are annuals, perennials, or biennials before you start planting? These are common questions for flower gardeners of all experience levels. Find out what you can expect from these beautiful flowers, and how many seasons they will actually stick around for!

A close-up shot of a large composition of vibrant colored flowers of the Kalanchoe, showcasing flowers that bloom all year

Ornamental Gardens

31 Beautiful Flowers That Will Bloom All Season Long

There are many different flowers that will bloom all year depending on your climate and geographic location. But choosing the perfect fit for your garden can be a bit of a challenge! In this article, we look at our favorite annuals and perennials that will keep blooming in your garden all year long!

Flowers

Do Chrysanthemums Prefer Sun or Shade?

Are you thinking of adding some chrysanthemums to your garden, but aren't sure if they take direct sun, partial shade, or need a mostly shaded area? Getting your mums the right amount of sunlight is critical for their well being and longevity. In this article, we take a look at the mum's preferred sun conditions, and where you should be planting them!

blue asters

Flowers

Blue Asters: 15 Different Types of Blue Aster Varieties

Looking to add some blue asters to your garden, but aren't sure which ones to add? There are many different blue aster varieties to choose from, so making the choice can be a bit difficult! In this article, we take a look at some of the top varieties of blue asters you can add to your garden space, as well as which hardiness zones they prefer.

pink flowering shrubs

Shrubs

Pink Flowering Shrubs: 31 Pink Flower Bushes For Your Garden

Thinking of adding some bushes with pink flowers to your home or garden space, but aren't quite sure what to look for? There are many different shrubs with pink flowers that will survive across many different hardiness zones. In this article, we look at our favorite decidious and evergreen pink flower bushes that you can add to your home or garden this season.

Shrubs

31 Beautiful White Flowering Shrubs For Your Garden

Thinking of adding some bushes with white flowers to your home or garden space, but aren't sure where to start? There are many different types of white flowering shrubs that will grow in a variety of hardiness zones. In this article, we take a look at our favorite shrubs with white flowers to help you find the perfect fit for your garden space!

Flowering Shrub in Garden

Shrubs

Flowering Shrubs: 71 Different Types of Flowering Bushes

Thinking of planting some flowering shrubs in your home or garden, but aren't sure which ones are best? There are many different types of flowering shrubs, with many having different colors and completely different looks. In this article, we examine our favorite flowering bushes, with names and pictures of each!

flowers that look like roses

Flowers

Rose Lookalikes: 21 Flowers That Look Like Roses

Looking to plant some flowers that look similar to roses, but aren't sure what to plant? Roses are beautiful flowering shrubs, but many gardeners don't want to deal with the upkeep that they require. In this article, we look at some of our favorite rose lookalikes to give you some different planting options for your garden.

Perennial Shrub in Garden

Shrubs

61 Perennial Shrubs For Your Home and Garden

Thinking of planting some perennial shrubs but aren't sure which ones will best fit your home or garden space? There are many different options for perennial shrubs, so picking the right one can be a bit confusing. In the following article, we examine over 60 of our favorites, to help you find the perfect match for your garden this season.

purple annuals

Flowers

21 Purple Annual Flowers To Plant This Season

If you are considering adding some purple annual flowers to your flower patch this year, you've made an excellent choice! Purple is one of the most standout colors when it comes to flower gardening, and there are many options to choose from. In this article, we look at our favorite purple annual flowers that you can plant each season.

daisy varieties

Flowers

Daisy Varieties: 34 Different Types of Beautiful Daisies

Thinking of adding some daisies to your home garden or flower patch this season? There are many different types of daisy varieties, so picking the right one can be a bit of a challenge! After all, who wouldn't love to plant them all? In this article, we look at our favorite daisy varieties that you can add to your garden this season, with names and pictures of each!