Tag Archives: Iris germanica

IAVOM – Bearded Iris

Posted on May 31, 2026 by Eliza Waters

My world is green again and the gardens are bursting forth, such a joyful time of year. Today’s vase holds old and new cultivars of Bearded Iris (I. germanica); the purple came with the house over 35 years ago and … 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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Peonies & More

Posted on June 18, 2019 by Eliza Waters

June is a wonderful time in the garden and with abundant rain, things are advancing rapidly. With so much in bloom it is hard to pick just a few things to feature in a vase. I chose my heavy cut-glass … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on June 11, 2019 by Eliza Waters
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Silent Sunday

Posted on June 10, 2017 by Eliza Waters
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