Author Archives: Eliza Waters

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About Eliza Waters

Gardener, photographer, naturalist, writer

IAVOM–Burgundy

Posted on June 3, 2019 by Eliza Waters

Burgundy rules this week’s arrangement with my first blossom of dark German iris (possibly I. ‘Frontier Marshall’), opening today. The original plant was a gift from a friend so ID is uncertain. Oriental Columbine (Aquilegia oxysepala) reminds me of Chinese … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday

Posted on June 1, 2019 by Eliza Waters
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Memorial Day

Posted on May 26, 2019 by Eliza Waters

Since today is Memorial Day here in the U.S., I thought I would do a red, white and blue arrangement to commemorate the day. The last Monday in May is set aside to honor those who died in military service, … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday

Posted on May 25, 2019 by Eliza Waters
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Honky Tonk

Posted on May 19, 2019 by Eliza Waters

Another mini-arrangement this week features Tulipa batalinii ‘Honky Tonk’, a lovely, butter-yellow species that has increased well in my garden since last year. Also included are Native Crested Iris (Iris cristata) and three different violets that grow wild around my yard, … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday

Posted on May 18, 2019 by Eliza Waters
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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on May 15, 2019 by Eliza Waters
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Spring Flowers

Posted on May 5, 2019 by Eliza Waters

I made a little birthday bouquet for a young friend who was celebrating her 11th year last week. She’s been a garden buddy since she was a toddler and I hope that she will be for many years to come! … Continue reading →

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Rose-breasted Grosbeak

Posted on May 4, 2019 by Eliza Waters

This poor guy is recovering from a window strike. This angle barely shows his rosy breast for which he is named. Fortunately, he regained his senses and flew away safely.

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Earth Day Blues

Posted on April 21, 2019 by Eliza Waters

Blue flowers, that is. Today is Earth Day, and although I think every day should be Earth Day where we do our best to take care of our planet, that’s not the focus of this post. (You can visit here … Continue reading →

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