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Poppies

Posted on July 7, 2014 by Eliza Waters

Lettuce Leaf Poppy (Papaver somniferum) Also known as Breadseed Poppy, this is one of my favorite self-sowing annuals that puts on quite a show in early summer. Only lasting a day, the delicate blossoms of papery petals are a lovely mauve color … Continue reading →

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Turk’s Cap Lilies

Posted on July 2, 2014 by Eliza Waters

Turk’s Cap Lilies (Lilium canadense) are now at peak bloom in our woodland. Easily distinguished by their vibrant orange, recurved petals that earn them their name, their annual bloom is an eagerly awaited event for us. Native to eastern U.S., … Continue reading →

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Old Barns

Posted on June 25, 2014 by Eliza Waters

There is an aura of stoic sagacity around old barns. As I mentioned in my previous post, many family farms in my area are no longer operating and their weathered outbuildings are left to decline. These two are still standing, … Continue reading →

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Acres of Sky

Posted on June 23, 2014 by Eliza Waters

Acres of Sky One of the few places in my town where there are still open fields. Many farms from my childhood no longer operate and have returned to forest. This one is a real treat as the view from … Continue reading →

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Morning Has Broken

Posted on June 21, 2014 by Eliza Waters

The light of dawn touching the trees in my back yard. Happy Summer Solstice!   Morning has broken, like the first morning Blackbird has spoken, like the first bird Praise for the singing, praise for the morning Praise for the … Continue reading →

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Columbine ‘Nora Barlow’

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Eliza Waters

Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata ‘Nora Barlow’ This old-fashioned double columbine, sometimes called Granny’s Bonnet, is a great self-sower and over time will create small colonies. Beautiful and graceful, I have mine with variegated hosta, barrenwort (Epimedium rubra) and lady’s mantle (Alchemilla mollis) in a … Continue reading →

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Wood Turtle

Posted on June 16, 2014 by Eliza Waters

I was surprised to come across our resident Wood Turtle (Glyptemys insculpta) today sunning herself on the bedrock outcropping on our small river. Listed as species of special concern in Massachusetts, I usually see this one at least once a year, generally … Continue reading →

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Eastern Tiger Swallowtail

Posted on June 9, 2014 by Eliza Waters

Eastern Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly (Papilio glaucus) Delightfully, I’ve been seeing lots of Tiger Swallowtails lately! Here in New England, Tiger Swallowtails are one of our largest and most beautiful butterflies. There are abundant sources of food for both larva and adults, so this … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day

Posted on May 27, 2014 by Eliza Waters

I love living in a small town. Events have a very personal feeling and Memorial Day has always been an important observance in my hometown. It is a solemn occasion honoring all veterans, marked with prayer, speakers, boy and girl scouts reciting … Continue reading →

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Newborns

Posted on May 18, 2014 by Eliza Waters

Recently unfurled beech leaves with protective hairs. Pubescence helps reduce sunburn and windburn from moisture loss until the leaf can harden off. Eventually the leaf will become smooth to maximize photosynthesis. My favorite color – I love a forest filled … Continue reading →

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