Author Archives: Eliza Waters

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About Eliza Waters

Gardener, photographer, naturalist, writer

In A Vase On Monday – Narcissus ‘Salome’

Posted on May 8, 2016 by Eliza Waters

After a week of gray skies and rain, this week’s arrangement brightens the room thanks to the large-cupped daffodil, Narcissus ‘Salome.’ It opens a pale, peachy-yellow and soon deepens to salmon. A few branches from our flowering quince hedge (Chaenomeles … Continue reading →

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Happy Mother’s Day

Posted on May 7, 2016 by Eliza Waters

Here’s to the mothers, step-moms and nurturers in our lives – thank you for all you do and Happy Mother’s Day!

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Trillium

Posted on May 3, 2016 by Eliza Waters

Trillium erectum, aka Wake Robin, Stinking Benjamin or simply Red Trillium, is a unique spring ephemeral that prefers moist, deciduous woodlands. Be advised never to sniff this one, as its odor is fetid and is pollinated by carrion flies. However, its … Continue reading →

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In A Vase On Monday – Narcissi

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Eliza Waters

At last, there are sufficient flowers blooming in my garden to allow me to join Cathy at Rambling In the Garden, in her weekly In A Vase On Monday meme. For my first vase of the season, I’ve chosen narcissi from a fragrant, mixed collection that … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday

Posted on April 30, 2016 by Eliza Waters
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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on April 26, 2016 by Eliza Waters
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Silent Sunday

Posted on April 23, 2016 by Eliza Waters

 

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Happy Earth Day

Posted on April 22, 2016 by Eliza Waters

Honor Our Mother Earth

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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on April 20, 2016 by Eliza Waters
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Laundry, Earth Day and Meditation

Posted on April 17, 2016 by Eliza Waters

All my life, I’ve hung my laundry to dry on a clothesline when the temperature is 40F (4C) or higher. To some, it’s rather quaint and old-fashioned, but to me there is something reassuringly domestic about seeing clothes hung on … Continue reading →

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