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Radical Grass-Tivism: Reshaping Your Home’s Plant Composition for a Better Future
The Monoculture Lawn Is Outdated — How You Can Benefit From Replacing It With Native Plants
Have you ever stopped to think about your lawn? It’s more than just a patch of green — it’s a vital part of your local ecosystem. The traditional approach of cultivating manicured lawns with non-native grass is a centuries-old tradition, but it’s time to reevaluate its impact on the environment.
Discover why traditional lawns are outdated, why you can benefit from making the transition to a lawn full of native plants, and how you can successfully make the change sustainably:
Why Traditional Grass Lawns Are No Longer Serving Us
Many pro-lawn advocates compare traditional grass to asphalt, wood, and concrete, citing that traditional grass is better at trapping carbon dioxide and cleaning the air than no plants at all. The upkeep required to keep traditional grass lawns looking neat and orderly, however, still has a higher carbon footprint than native plant gardens and landscapes. The main culprit is the machinery used to tidy these sorts of lawns, which is needed weekly or bi-weekly, depending on the species you’re harboring.
