Author Archives: Eliza Waters

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About Eliza Waters

Gardener, photographer, naturalist, writer

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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In A Vase On Monday – Heaven Scent

Posted on May 22, 2016 by Eliza Waters

My plantings of lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis) around the yard have grown large enough that I am able enjoy great handfuls of these highly-perfumed, graceful bells in vases inside the house. Truly a heaven-sent scent! As I sit typing, … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Eliza Waters
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In A Vase On Monday – Linen White

Posted on May 15, 2016 by Eliza Waters

I thought that my Lenox porcelain ‘Daffodil’ vase would be nice to hold white daffodils and a few other white flowers currently in my garden for a soft, romantic look. Which led me to remember that this is wedding season. Then, I realized … Continue reading →

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