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Originally Posted by Chocolaht
Hi
In your post, Shrandell, you write that you understand we have to leave some grass........
Is that true? I've noticed some homes with very nice attractive shrubbery and rock landscaping. Is there something somewhere in writing that a homeowner needs a percentage of grass? Grass in not environmentally friendly in Florida, so my partner and I would prefer to avoid using it. Also, have you been able to replace your lawn? Hope everything has worked out!
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Hi Chocolaht.... I see this is your second post. Welcome and I hope you will keep posting!
This isn't meant as a challenge, but I really felt compelled to throw my two cents in about grass in general.
Lawns have benefits. They cool the air on a hot summer day. They give off oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide. They trap air pollution and dust. They control erosion. They feel good to body and spirit.
Some of the most beautiful, ecological research gardens I have seen (California, Seattle and Chicago) include green lawns, moss and green ground cover as integral design elements.
One can always use a push type mulching mower, 'water wise' grass varieties, mow to a length (3") to help shade and supress weeds and use eco-friendly organic products to treat problems- if they want to. A healthy lawn chokes out weeds anyway.
Water usage is the least effective argument for doing away with lawns.
A look at "water challenged" cities shows that more efficient toilets and shower heads would do as much or more as restricting lawn watering. Some think "A Brick in Every Toilet" could save the planet. I don't know.
For those who prefer no maintenance, or those who prefer the look of stone or sand over green.... they are perfectly entitled. I for one, love the look of zen gardens!
But as for me and MY house, I will hang on tenaciously to my grass, if it only be a 12" strip. And I'll do it without feeling guilty. I'll enjoy the heck out of TV's 39 public pools, too.
I'm an earth kid. I love this planet- including the little green blades of grass that my creator made for me to enjoy.
Again, no offense intended to you..... it's nice that you care about things!
Just saying......
So, many good wishes to You!