The Hidden Cost of Turf Removal

Research Highlights Increasing vegetative cover around buildings can reduce summertime cooling energy use by 20–30% Synthetic turf has also been shown to reach temperatures exceeding 60°C (140°F) under sunny conditions. Many xeriscaped…

How to Maintain Sustainable Turfgrass

Turfgrass is often criticized in water conservation conversations. I’ve seen it everywhere from media headlines to municipal rebate programs and the message is clear. If you want to save water, rip out your lawn. But is grass really the villain…

The Truth About Grass’s Impact on Water Use

Introduction “Grass lawns are the biggest water waster in the West!” “Lawns don’t provide any ecological functions or benefits. Why do we have them?” “Maintaining lush, green lawns in dry climates promotes unsustainable…

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