Tag Archives: In a Vase on Monday

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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IAVOM – Dancing Delights

Posted on August 4, 2024 by Eliza Waters

It is delightful to have a garden full of flowers from which to create a vase or two whenever the inspiration hits me. Dahlia ‘Chilson’s Pride’ (light pink/white) and D. ‘Pinelands Princess’ (dark pink) are coming on strongly now, providing … Continue reading →

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IAVOM – First Dahlias

Posted on July 28, 2024 by Eliza Waters

My first dahlias opened this week, so my vase celebrates their arrival. Dahlia ‘Chilson’s Pride’ (light pink/white) and D. ‘Pinelands Princess’ (dark pink) are accompanied by light and dark pink Spider Flower (Cleome hassleriana), purple Verbena bonariensis, yellow Zinnia elegans, … Continue reading →

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IAVOM – Summer Sunshine

Posted on July 21, 2024 by Eliza Waters

My sunflower pocket vase arrangement this week celebrates the glory of summer with a mix from my cutting beds (in the background, right): Beach Sunflower (Helianthus debilis), Zinnia elegans and Z. angustifolia), Gloriosa daisy (Rudbeckia hirta), Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus), Marigold … Continue reading →

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IAVOM – Composites

Posted on July 7, 2024 by Eliza Waters

A mix of annual composite flowers are now coming into bloom in my garden. Featured today are a mix of Gloriosa Rudbeckias, including ‘Cherry Brandy’ and some creamy Zinnia elegans. Foliage is Coleus (Plectranthus) and Rhododendron leaves. Thanks to Cathy … Continue reading →

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IAVOM – June Blooms

Posted on June 23, 2024 by Eliza Waters

Our last week of June… how fast the month has flown! A glorious month in the garden it has been for me. With the sundrops (Oenothera fruiticosa) sweeping the main garden, they were a must for this week’s vase, along … Continue reading →

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IAVOM – Peony Finale

Posted on June 16, 2024 by Eliza Waters

Soft pink peonies (P. lactiflora) are making their last appearance here as a heat wave is due this week, which surely will end their glorious reign. Similarly, the last of the columbines (Aquilegia vulgaris) with their interesting seed heads. Carolina … Continue reading →

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IAVOM – Precious Jewels

Posted on June 9, 2024 by Eliza Waters

The colors in this week’s vase remind me of precious gemstones: rubies, sapphires, emeralds and pearls. Too bad I don’t have those for props! 🤩 Instead, I have ruby peonies (P. lactiflora no ID), sapphire veronica (V. ‘Crater Lake Blue’), … Continue reading →

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IAVOM – Bronze Iris

Posted on June 2, 2024 by Eliza Waters

My favorite bearded iris came into bloom this last week, so it is the star of this week’s vase. Gifted to me, the cultivar name is lost, alas, but I refer to it as my ‘root beer’ iris. Additionally, there … Continue reading →

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IAVOM – Memorial Day

Posted on May 26, 2024 by Eliza Waters

Today is Memorial Day in the USA, a day to remember the men and women who died in service to our country. I hope in the midst of the bustling activities with family and friends one takes a moment to … Continue reading →

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