RHS develops ‘robust lawn’ that works for people, pollinators and pets

The ‘no mow’ philosophy has become popular in recent years, but there may be a third way between super-manicured and wild meadow lawns. Photograph: Archie Thomas/Plantlife/PA

Is there a perfect formula for a hard-wearing flower lawn that is good for pollinators, dogs and people?

The immaculately mown green has fallen out of favour in recent years owing to its lack of support for biodiversity. But there have also been complaints about the tall wildflower meadows that grow during “no mow May” and are less usable for humans and pets.