Author Archives: Eliza Waters

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About Eliza Waters

Gardener, photographer, naturalist, writer

Return On Investment

Posted on December 12, 2017 by Eliza Waters

This is important, I urge you to act today!

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In A Vase On Monday – Holiday Welcome

Posted on December 10, 2017 by Eliza Waters

I like to make holiday arrangements for my front porch to welcome guests. A large wooden bucket, filled with Fraser fir (Abies fraseri), Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus), Threadleaf False Cypress (Chamaecyparis pisifera ‘Sungold’) and Winterberry (Ilex verticillata) is finished with a … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday

Posted on December 9, 2017 by Eliza Waters
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Wreath Making

Posted on December 6, 2017 by Eliza Waters

In December, decorating your home for the holidays is a fun tradition. Swags, garlands and wreaths can be purchased, but making your own is easy, creating a one-of-a-kind look. To make a wreath, you’ll need a wire, grapevine or straw … Continue reading →

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In A Vase On Monday – Holiday Window Box

Posted on December 3, 2017 by Eliza Waters

The window box on the wood shed gets dressed for the holidays with Fraser fir (Abies fraseri), Threadleaf False Cypress (Chamaecyparis pisifera ‘Sungold’) and Winterberry (Ilex verticillata). It’s a task that always puts me in a festive mood! Thanks to Cathy … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday

Posted on December 2, 2017 by Eliza Waters
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WPC: Serene

Posted on November 29, 2017 by Eliza Waters

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In A Vase On Monday – Sort Of

Posted on November 26, 2017 by Eliza Waters

While this isn’t in a vase, I wanted to share this lovely Hippeastrum hybrid that is now blooming in my sunspace. A few weeks ago, I accompanied my spouse on a stop to one of those big DIY retailers. Not … Continue reading →

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Chrysanthemum Show

Posted on November 25, 2017 by Eliza Waters

Every year, Smith College’s Lyman Plant House holds a Chrysanthemum Show for two weeks starting on the first Saturday in November. Two glass houses are packed with blooms of all shapes, colors and sizes, with one house showcasing student’s own hybrids, … Continue reading →

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In A Vase On Monday – Autumn Poppies

Posted on November 19, 2017 by Eliza Waters

Dried poppy seed pods make a simple arrangement along with a mini-pumpkin brushed in gold as a prop. Thursday is Thanksgiving Day here in the US, with pumpkin pie an essential part of the feast. Best wishes and gratitude to … Continue reading →

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