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We have a cistern!

August 29, 2014 By Talya Tate Boerner 9 Comments

Yesterday while the dogs explored their new backyard, I tackled this side bed filled with bedraggled lamb’s ear. It had been days since I’d done any gardening. Believe me, I needed it.

my lamb's ear needs help!

After pulling parched leaves from this section of bed, I gave it a long soaking. But not with just any old city water. Water from our very own cistern!

Yes, underneath the back porch, a 3,500 gallon cistern collects rainwater. The cistern is original to the home (built in 1876) and was restored by the prior owners. They even capped it with this antique water cover brought back from New Orleans.

our new house has a cistern!

This cistern is one of my favorite things about the house.

Maybe it’s my imagination, but after only one watering and a good night’s sleep, I think the lamb’s ear already looks better.

Lamb's Ear

What do you think?

Grace Grits and Gardening

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“Water is the driving force in nature.”
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Comments

  1. Linda Beason says

    August 29, 2014 at 8:41 am

    Oh that is wonderful ! Be great for plants and garden. Wow
    Like the cover too ! Makes it special! Just like you Special !
    Loveya

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    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      August 30, 2014 at 7:29 am

      Thank you !

      Reply
  2. Barbara Tate says

    August 29, 2014 at 8:46 am

    You are going to have so much fun whipping that yard into shape, AND to have your very own water supply! WOW!!

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      August 30, 2014 at 7:30 am

      I know, it’s exciting!

      Reply
  3. Colene & Tom says

    August 29, 2014 at 8:59 am

    Some days a girl’s just gotta dig in the dirt. The lamb’s ear looks revived and very happy. Love the cistern and the cover!

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      August 30, 2014 at 7:30 am

      So true about the dirt:))

      Reply
  4. Katharine says

    August 29, 2014 at 5:10 pm

    Of course, the desert plants are happier with real water! Lamb’s ears are one of my favorites for their grandchild appeal. Also make heavenly tea, so I try to keep mine happy.

    Reply
  5. Joyce says

    August 29, 2014 at 9:22 pm

    You’re right. The lamb’s ear does look better.

    http://joycelansky.blogspot.com

    Reply
  6. Jeanetta says

    September 11, 2014 at 12:14 pm

    That’s really cool. I love neat old aspects of buildings. In a hundred years or so will people look at homes we grew up in and think the same thing about phone jacks?

    Reply

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