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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on June 15, 2016 by Eliza Waters
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In A Vase On Monday – Peonies

Posted on June 12, 2016 by Eliza Waters

My peonies (Paeonia lactiflora) have come out in full force this past week and I have been enjoying them inside and out. Every time I walk by, I bury my nose in their soft petals and inhale deeply. Pure heaven! … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on June 8, 2016 by Eliza Waters
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In A Vase On Monday – Iris and Lupine

Posted on June 5, 2016 by Eliza Waters

Heavy rain today, pushing down the lupines (Lupinus polyphyllus), made them the obvious choice for this week’s vase. The purple Siberian iris (I. siberica), with its deep veining on its falls, and golden heirloom bearded iris (I. germanica, unknown cultivar) are … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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