Author Archives: Eliza Waters

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About Eliza Waters

Gardener, photographer, naturalist, writer

Silent Sunday

Posted on June 12, 2016 by Eliza Waters
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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on June 8, 2016 by Eliza Waters
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In A Vase On Monday – Iris and Lupine

Posted on June 5, 2016 by Eliza Waters

Heavy rain today, pushing down the lupines (Lupinus polyphyllus), made them the obvious choice for this week’s vase. The purple Siberian iris (I. siberica), with its deep veining on its falls, and golden heirloom bearded iris (I. germanica, unknown cultivar) are … Continue reading →

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Violet Tea

Posted on June 5, 2016 by Eliza Waters

When violets cover my lawn in masses of white and purple in May, I have a traditional celebration where I serve Violet Tea to my young friends who live next door. It started six years ago in the spring after the … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday

Posted on June 5, 2016 by Eliza Waters
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Chelsea – The Modern Slavery Garden

Posted on June 1, 2016 by Eliza Waters

Originally posted on Gardening Jules:
Amongst the madness, beauty and razzmatazz of Chelsea this year, there was a garden with a powerful message. The Modern Slavery Garden, designed by Juliet Sargeant, the first female black designer in Chelsea’s 103 year…

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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on June 1, 2016 by Eliza Waters
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In A Vase On Monday – Lilacs

Posted on May 30, 2016 by Eliza Waters

A simple vase of lilacs this week needs no further introduction. Its fragrance is sublime! Thanks to Cathy at Rambling In the Garden,  who hosts a weekly meme to showcase what is blooming in our gardens by creating arrangements to enjoy inside our homes. … Continue reading →

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World Turtle Day

Posted on May 26, 2016 by Eliza Waters

May 23 was World Turtle Day.  “This is a busy time of year for many turtles who are traveling to lay eggs. Be on the lookout for turtles crossing roads and, if you can do so safely, lend them a … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Eliza Waters
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