Author Archives: Eliza Waters

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About Eliza Waters

Gardener, photographer, naturalist, writer

IAVOM – Fruits and Seeds

Posted on August 25, 2024 by Eliza Waters

The season of seeds and fruits is upon us. Today’s vase shows Cotoneaster berries and ruby-red Penstemon ‘Husker’s Red’ seed heads. Goldenrod (Solidago sp.), pale yellow Zinnia elegans and beach sunflower (Helianthus debilis) complete the arrangement. Thanks to Cathy at … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday – Summer Awaits

Posted on August 24, 2024 by Eliza Waters
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Wordless Wednesday – Dew Drop In

Posted on August 20, 2024 by Eliza Waters
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IAVOM – In the Pink

Posted on August 18, 2024 by Eliza Waters

Japanese anemones (Eriocapitella x hybrida) have begun to bloom in earnest and I picked several stems as the basis of this week’s vase. Also included: white, dark and light pink cosmos (C. binpinnatus), Dahlia ‘Pinelands Princess’ and “Chilson’s Pride,’ white … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday – Cloud Patterns

Posted on August 17, 2024 by Eliza Waters
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Wordless Wednesday – Lawn and Garden

Posted on August 13, 2024 by Eliza Waters
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IAVOM – Edging into August

Posted on August 11, 2024 by Eliza Waters

Noting a subtle change in the intensity of daylight, as well as the length of day, we’re edging towards summer’s end. Like a warning note, I’m reminded not to waste a moment of summer’s delightful days. Placed in a bed … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday – Me and My Shadow

Posted on August 10, 2024 by Eliza Waters
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Eleventh Blogiversary

Posted on August 7, 2024 by Eliza Waters

Today, I’m celebrating my 11th blogiversary! I can’t believe how the years have flown by. With over 1400 posts and counting, a few of you have been with me since the early years 👏🏼 and have witnessed the evolution from wordy … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday – Shelter from the Storm

Posted on August 6, 2024 by Eliza Waters
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