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In A Vase On Monday – Teatime

Posted on August 7, 2016 by Eliza Waters

This week’s arrangement uses a teapot I picked up at the Free Table at our transfer station, where all manner of goods find new owners and avoid going to the landfill. It is a great resource for the community and … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Eliza Waters
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The Tuesday View August 2

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Eliza Waters

A slightly different viewpoint this week as I went to the second floor to take a shot that shows the whole of the garden (compare to last week’s photo below). Full of color, the garden continues to please us every … Continue reading →

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In A Vase On Monday – Summer Gold

Posted on July 31, 2016 by Eliza Waters

The garden is at its zenith and while we have some weeks ahead of us, I’m aware that the bonanza won’t last forever, which only serves to heighten my appreciation. I cleared my garden paths of the abundant tangle of flopping stems, … Continue reading →

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Weekly Garden Highlights – July 29

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Eliza Waters

The biggest highlight in my garden this week happened today when I spotted a Monarch butterfly sipping zinnia and globe thistle! A rare sighting, as they have nearly disappeared from my area, it totally made my day, week and month! … Continue reading →

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The Tuesday View July 26

Posted on July 26, 2016 by Eliza Waters

What a difference a week makes (compare to last week’s photo below). This week’s view shines with the mid-to-late summer exuberance for which this garden was planned (I have other beds, like the shade or spring/fall gardens, that show better at other seasons). … Continue reading →

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Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

Posted on July 25, 2016 by Eliza Waters

One of the benefits of blogging is forming online friendships with like-minded folk. Occasionally, the opportunity presents itself to meet these ‘stranger-friends’ in person. I had the great pleasure of meeting Laurie (and her husband) from Notes From the Hinterlands for a … Continue reading →

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In A Vase On Monday – Sweet Peas

Posted on July 24, 2016 by Eliza Waters

This week, I’m following the acronym K.I.S.S. – Keep It Simple Sweetie, or should that be Keep it simple, Sweetpea?  Two of my favorite subjects– cats and flowers – are featured on a slim pocket vase with a painting by C. Pradalie of a … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday

Posted on July 23, 2016 by Eliza Waters
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Weekly Garden Highlights – July 22

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Eliza Waters

A nice, temperate break in the weather mid-week, sandwiched between hot and humid. ‘Tis high summer! Here are just a few of the highlights in my garden this week (hover over or click photos for ID): Many varieties of Daylilies … Continue reading →

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