Q: I am removing some old patio paving in my yard and was planning to sow grass seed in its place. However, pink lawns have recently fallen onto my radar, and now I'm thinking of switching out traditional turf to try this trend instead. Is it a good idea, and if so, do you have any advice on how to go about it?
A: Pink lawns are made by growing red creeping thyme, an evergreen ground cover plant with pinkish-red flowers throughout summer. True, more traditional lawns do have their place (for larger, shadier, or high-traffic areas, for instance). But, if you have the right growing conditions and fancy something a bit more unique in your space, these beautiful alternatives could be the way to go.
