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Sarah Wilson

Every Designer Agrees Lawns Are Outdated — 5 No-Effort Plants That Create a 'Living Rug' for a Modern Garden

Modern garden design with creeping thyme lawn and copper trimmed deck.

While the idea of a lovely green lawn is enticing, the reality is that they never quite live up to expectations. There's a small window in May where they look lush and healthy, but by June they're usually already past their best. It's no surprise the shaggy lawn trend is gaining momentum, as dry brown grass is never a good look. This new take on lawns champions a relaxed, low-maintenance, and eco-friendly approach.

It's hard to keep conventional lawns looking good due to a combination of factors, but especially wear and tear, weed invasion, and the brown patches caused by hot, dry weather. Keeping a traditional turf lawn in shape is a costly and time-consuming business, which invariably includes lots of mowing and maintenance using chemicals and tons of water.

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