Ideas
For lying on and playing on,
and cushioning feet and falls,
turf is still the best thing going.
The good news for kids and
dogs is that it is possible to
have a water-efficient lawn.
Photo
The New Lawn
© California Landscape Contractors Assn. and MTEK Studios
Make Your Lawn Smaller
Tip!
Cutting grass
higher, at
three to four
inches, reduces
evaporation up
to 80%.13
Many lawns grow right up to
the sidewalk, driveway and
fence. Consider removing turf
to create a three to six-foot
border between your lawn and
hardscape, You will still have
the fun part of your lawn – the
middle – and you will reduce
other issues down to size.
Reduced water bill
Reduced overspray on
your hardscape
Reduced water damage to
your foundation and fence
Reduced runoff onto
sidewalks and streets
Compare grasses at the Water
Conservation Garden
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