When George Vanderbilt II built his \u201clittle mountain estate\u201d (AKA Biltmore) complete with 75 acres of fountain-filled garden space, he gave Asheville lawns some stiff competition. But don\u2019t panic: You don\u2019t need to be a Gilded Age tycoon to design your own gorgeous, low-maintenance lawn.<\/p>
Sorry, George, we don\u2019t have a bowling green on our list (it\u2019s not exactly easy-care), but we do have some great ideas to make your lawn shine without all the yard work. Here are 11 low-maintenance landscaping ideas for your Asheville lawn. <\/p>
Native plants aren\u2019t just any old plant: They\u2019re native to Asheville in particular, so they\u2019re adapted to our mountainous western North Carolina climate. While non-native plants struggle through our warm, humid summers and mild to chilly winters, native plants thrive with minimal work.<\/p>
Once established, native plants don\u2019t require any fertilizer or pesticide, and they won\u2019t need any watering except in periods of drought. They\u2019re beautiful, hardy growers that won\u2019t eat up your weekend needing care or need to be replaced halfway through the year. <\/p>
Native plants come in all shapes and sizes, from ground covers to wildflowers to trees. Here are some of the top native plants for Asheville<\/strong>:<\/p> Native trees are a fantastic way to \u201cspruce up\u201d your lawn, reduce erosion, and protect lower-growing plants. Some of Asheville\u2019s finest native trees<\/strong> include:<\/p> For native Asheville plants listed by type and season, check out the North Carolina Native Plant Society\u2019s native plant handouts<\/a>.<\/p> Benefits of native plants<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p> \u2713 No mowing required Cost: <\/strong>Native plant prices vary based on size, age, and species. Expect to pay $5 to $10 <\/strong>per native flower, $20 to $100<\/strong> per native shrub, and $60 to $800 <\/strong>per native <\/strong>tree. <\/p> When you have a choice between native and non-native plants, native plants are almost always the lower-maintenance option. So, we\u2019ll give you a buffet of native plant options as we travel through our list.<\/p> Ready to ditch the mower and hose and kick harsh chemicals to the curb? Hardscapes<\/strong> are made of, well, hard<\/em> materials \u2014 from wood and brick to stone and gravel \u2014 which means you won\u2019t have to do any of the care required for live plants. <\/p> Installing a hardscape is a great way to cut back on thirsty, high-maintenance turfgrass, so you don\u2019t have to do as much weeding and digging in hot summer months. You can kick back with a frosty drink on your patio (one of your hardscapes) without worrying about whether it\u2019s time to apply the next round of fertilizer or pesticide. <\/p> While the initial cost of installing a hardscape is higher than spreading grass seeds or planting a garden, you get a return on your investment. Hardscapes \u2014 especially those that offer an outdoor space for dining \u2014 can increase your property value<\/a> by as much as 15%. <\/p> Need some hardscape inspiration<\/strong>? We\u2019ve got you covered:<\/p> Benefits of hardscaping:<\/strong><\/p> \u2713 Expands outdoor living and hosting space Pro Tip:<\/strong> Many hardscapes are made of impermeable material, which means they don\u2019t allow water to penetrate. During storms, water rushes across these surfaces down the storm drain and into local waterways like the Swannanoa River and Burnett Reservoir. To protect fish and turtles and keep our drinking water clean, choose a permeable<\/a> hardscape option.<\/p> Cost:<\/strong> Hardscape prices range based on the type of hardscape you are installing and what materials you\u2019re using. Pathways typically cost between $7 and $24 per square foot<\/strong> (a 100-square-foot paver path usually costs between $1,000 and $1,800). Patios range from $576 to $8,000<\/strong> and a deck ranges from $4,000 to $11,000<\/strong>. Pergolas cost $2,100 to $5,900<\/strong> on average, and arbors and trellises range from $100 to $1,500<\/strong>.<\/p> Some people mistake a \u201cxeriscape\u201d for a \u201czero-scape\u201d and think it\u2019s a gravel- and dirt-filled wasteland. That\u2019s nowhere near the truth. A xeriscape<\/a> is a drought-tolerant, colorful landscape designed to thrive on local rainfall levels with little to no supplemental water. <\/p> In Asheville, we tend to get plenty of rain (an average of 45.5 inches per year), but that doesn\u2019t mean xeriscaping isn\u2019t beneficial: Xeriscapes make our yards less vulnerable to the damages of drought when it does come (because even Asheville isn\u2019t immune to drought<\/a>), protect our drinking water supply, and save our watershed from toxic, fertilizer-filled waste.<\/p> Xeriscapes are filled with:<\/p> Xeriscapes are fun to design and create a low-maintenance space that doesn\u2019t sacrifice beauty for convenience. <\/p> Benefits of a xeriscape: <\/strong><\/p> \u2713 Increases property value<\/a> Cost: <\/strong>A professionally designed and installed xeriscape costs between $3,600 and $22,349<\/strong>, or $3 to $15 per square foot<\/strong>, depending on the size of your lawn and the features you want in your landscape design. <\/p> We\u2019ll say it: Mulch doesn\u2019t get the credit it deserves. It\u2019s no mere filler for bare patches of your lawn. It\u2019s a miracle worker that protects plant roots, encourages strong growth, and reduces watering needs. Whether you\u2019re building a rain garden or xeriscaping, a healthy layer of mulch will come in handy. <\/p> Mulch<\/a> is an organic or inorganic material \u2014 from shredded leaves to rubber chips \u2014 that is spread over your soil. It retains soil moisture, prevents weeds and diseases, and protects plant roots from damage and erosion. With mulch, you can cut back on the watering, weeding, and chemical applications. <\/p> Benefits of mulch: <\/strong><\/p> \u2713 Prevents evaporation and retains soil moisture Cost: <\/strong>Mulch ranges from $15.30 to $74.80 per cubic yard <\/strong>or $1.80 to $6.05 per 2-cubic-foot bag<\/strong>, depending on the material you choose. You can often get fresh wood mulch for free from your local arborist or tree recycling center. <\/p> Sick of your backyard becoming one big puddle during rainstorms? A rain garden<\/a><\/strong> is a perfect way to channel water to one place to reduce the risk of home flooding and prevent harmful runoff from flowing into the Burnett Reservoir. <\/p> What\u2019s a rain garden?<\/strong> Rain gardens are basins filled with deep-rooted native plants, rocks, and permeable soil. They\u2019re designed to capture and hold polluted rainwater flowing from impermeable surfaces (like your roof and driveway), giving the water time to drain into your soil and be absorbed and filtered by plant roots.<\/p> Why build a rain garden?<\/strong> Installing a rain garden means that less polluted runoff enters local waterways and more stormwater gets used by your lawn, so you don\u2019t have to water as frequently. A rain garden does the environment and your wallet a big favor. <\/p> Benefits of a rain garden:<\/strong><\/p> \u2713 Recharges groundwater to protect Asheville\u2019s water supply Cost: <\/strong>Installing a rain garden yourself costs between $3 to $5 per square foot<\/strong>, depending on the type of plants and materials you use. A typical rain garden is 150 to 400 square feet, so expect to pay between $450 and $2,000<\/strong>. Professional installation ranges from $10 and $15 per square foot<\/strong>. <\/p> Here in Asheville, we tend to have highly acidic, low-fertility soils which can spell trouble when picking out plants. It often means we have to amend our soil<\/a> to raise the pH. But you know what plants love our soil just as it is? Wildflowers. They\u2019re native growers that thrive in poor soil and will turn your lawn into a gorgeous meadow with no watering or fertilizer needed.<\/p> Popular wildflowers for Asheville homes:<\/strong> <\/p> A wildflower meadow<\/a> takes two to three years to establish, but once it\u2019s self-sufficient, the only lawn work you\u2019ll need to do is the occasional weeding and pruning. Plus, pollinators love wildflowers, so you\u2019ll soon see gorgeous butterflies, bees, and birds fluttering about your lawn. <\/p> Benefits of a wildflower meadow: <\/strong><\/p> \u2713 No pesticides or fertilizer necessary Cost:<\/strong> Wildflower seed mixes (which include both wildflowers and healthy native grasses) cost $60 to $80<\/strong> per 1,000 square feet<\/strong>. Professional installation runs $750 to $2,500<\/strong> for a typical quarter-acre lawn, depending on how much preparation the area requires. <\/p> Asheville is home to the largest herb festival<\/a> in the U.S., and what better way to celebrate than to plant your own herb garden? Western North Carolina weather can be, well, unpredictable. One summer we\u2019ll have downpour after downpour, and then next we\u2019ll have no rain for a month. That means drought-tolerant plants are especially important for our climate \u2014 and delicious drought-tolerant plants? Even better. <\/p> Many popular herbs aren\u2019t native, but don\u2019t fret: They developed in the Mediterranean region, so they\u2019re used to periods of drought. <\/p> Benefits of herbs:<\/strong><\/p> \u2713 Less water needed than traditional turfgrass Cost: <\/strong>Most small potted herbs cost $3 to $15<\/strong> per plant. If you want to grow herbs from seed, a packet of seed costs $1 to $3<\/strong>, and an herb garden starter kit ranges from $20 to $45<\/strong>.<\/p> Tired of replanting your flower beds every season? Perennials<\/strong> are the perfect solution. They last year after year so you won\u2019t have to waste money, time, and sweat getting rid of dead plants and replacing them with new ones. <\/p> If you\u2019re building a rock garden<\/a>, xeriscape, or rain garden, native North Carolina perennials \u2014 ferns, vines, flowers, and shrubs \u2014 are your new best friends. Their deep roots withstand hot summers and drought, and they\u2019re old pros at surviving Asheville winters. <\/p> Here are 6 popular native perennials for western North Carolina:<\/strong><\/p> How do perennials survive the winter?<\/strong> When winters get too cold for growth, perennials go dormant (turn brown) and save energy in their roots. In spring, they green back up as temperatures warm. <\/p> Benefits of perennials:<\/strong><\/p> \u2713 Deeper, denser roots than annuals resist erosion and drought Cost:<\/strong> For a DIY perennial garden, expect to pay $5 to $30<\/strong> per plant. A professionally planted garden bed ranges from $650 to $3,000<\/strong>, based on garden size and plant variety. <\/p> Want a healthy, leafy lawn without the thirsty turfgrass? Replace your turfgrass with ground cover. Ground covers<\/a><\/strong> are exactly what they sound like: Low-growing plants that fill in your lawn with a blanket of greenery, minus all the maintenance. With ground covers, you can cut back on the mowing, watering, and fertilizing and enjoy unique, attractive foliage.<\/p> Choose a ground cover that thrives in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a<\/strong>. Some of the top native ground covers for Asheville<\/strong> include:<\/p> Benefits of ground covers:<\/strong><\/p> \u2713 Prevent weed growth Cost: <\/strong>Replacing turfgrass with ground cover typically costs $3.50 to $12.50 <\/strong>per square foot.<\/p> Asheville winters can be cold, but our temperatures typically stay in the 40s and 50s throughout the winter months. So, why not host a winter get-together in the backyard complete with hot cocoa and holiday carols? <\/p> Accent your lawn with pretty evergreens and \u201cwinter interest\u201d plants (plants that display attractive foliage, blossoms, berries, or bark in winter) to turn your neighbors\u2019 fa-la-la-la\u2019s into ooh-la-la\u2019s. <\/p> What exactly gives a plant \u201cwinter interest\u201d? Take the Sango-kaku Japanese maple<\/a>. Its bark turns a vivid coral color as temperatures drop, so you get a stunning show. Winter interest plants keep your lawn looking, well, interesting, during the months when it would otherwise look brown and barren.<\/p> The North Carolina State University cooperative extension<\/a> recommends winter interest plants<\/strong> including: <\/p> Benefits of winter interest plants:<\/strong><\/p> \u2713 Brighten up your lawn in otherwise gray months Cost: <\/strong>Prices range from $20 to $2,500<\/strong>, depending on the plant size, species and maturity. Small flowering winter interest plants range from $20 to $35<\/strong>, and small trees range from $100 to $600<\/strong>. <\/p> Asheville\u2019s humid, wet summers can spell disease and pest infestations for your turfgrass. With artificial grass<\/a> (AKA artificial turf), you won\u2019t have to worry about rain making your yard a haven for mold and grubs. If you want an evergreen grass lawn without all the upkeep (and are willing to spend some extra dollars), artificial grass could be your perfect landscaping solution. <\/p> Artificial grass is made of heat-resistant plastic that comes in a variety of textures, heights, and colors. While artificial grass of the 1980s didn\u2019t exactly look realistic, today’s artificial grass will make your neighbors jealous of how you maintain such a fresh, healthy yard without touching the mower.<\/p> How to maintain an artificial grass lawn? You\u2019ll just need to clean up twigs and debris and rinse your turf occasionally to keep it clean.<\/p> Benefits of artificial grass:<\/strong><\/p> \u2713 Durable and good for play Cost:<\/strong> Professional installation of artificial grass ranges from $4.95 to $20.60 per square foot<\/strong>.<\/p> Sure, George Vanderbilt II commissioned a Roman garden, bowling green, and a statue of Diana \u2014 but he also created a low-maintenance 3-mile Approach Road<\/a> leading up to the house to give his guests a rustic, relaxed journey up to the mansion. <\/p> So, Asheville has a history of easy-care landscaping. If you want to join the tradition, you can DIY a low-maintenance lawn or play Gilded Age royalty for a weekend and hire a team of Asheville lawn care pros<\/a>. They\u2019ll give your lawn the Biltmore treatment while you enjoy the fun of downtown Asheville. <\/p> Main Photo Credit: nanseaj | Pixabay<\/a><\/p> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column] \t\t\t[\/et_pb_row] \t\t[\/et_pb_section]","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" When George…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":31,"featured_media":7741,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"\n When George Vanderbilt II built his \u201clittle mountain estate\u201d (AKA Biltmore) complete with 75 acres of fountain-filled garden space, he gave Asheville lawns some stiff competition. But don\u2019t panic: You don\u2019t need to be a Gilded Age tycoon to design your own gorgeous, low-maintenance lawn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sorry, George, we don\u2019t have a bowling green on our list (it\u2019s not exactly easy-care), but we do have some great ideas to make your lawn shine without all the yard work. Here are 11 low-maintenance landscaping ideas for your Asheville lawn. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n Native plants aren\u2019t just any old plant: They\u2019re native to Asheville in particular, so they\u2019re adapted to our mountainous western North Carolina climate. While non-native plants struggle through our warm, humid summers and mild to chilly winters, native plants thrive with minimal work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once established, native plants don\u2019t require any fertilizer or pesticide, and they won\u2019t need any watering except in periods of drought. They\u2019re beautiful, hardy growers that won\u2019t eat up your weekend needing care or need to be replaced halfway through the year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Native plants come in all shapes and sizes, from ground covers to wildflowers to trees. Here are some of the top native plants for Asheville<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Native trees are a fantastic way to \u201cspruce up\u201d your lawn, reduce erosion, and protect lower-growing plants. Some of Asheville\u2019s finest native trees<\/strong> include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n For native Asheville plants listed by type and season, check out the North Carolina Native Plant Society\u2019s native plant handouts<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Benefits of native plants<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2713 No mowing required Cost: <\/strong>Native plant prices vary based on size, age, and species. Expect to pay $5 to $10 <\/strong>per native flower, $20 to $100<\/strong> per native shrub, and $60 to $800 <\/strong>per native <\/strong>tree. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When you have a choice between native and non-native plants, native plants are almost always the lower-maintenance option. So, we\u2019ll give you a buffet of native plant options as we travel through our list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ready to ditch the mower and hose and kick harsh chemicals to the curb? Hardscapes<\/strong> are made of, well, hard<\/em> materials \u2014 from wood and brick to stone and gravel \u2014 which means you won\u2019t have to do any of the care required for live plants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Installing a hardscape is a great way to cut back on thirsty, high-maintenance turfgrass, so you don\u2019t have to do as much weeding and digging in hot summer months. You can kick back with a frosty drink on your patio (one of your hardscapes) without worrying about whether it\u2019s time to apply the next round of fertilizer or pesticide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n While the initial cost of installing a hardscape is higher than spreading grass seeds or planting a garden, you get a return on your investment. Hardscapes \u2014 especially those that offer an outdoor space for dining \u2014 can increase your property value<\/a> by as much as 15%. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Need some hardscape inspiration<\/strong>? We\u2019ve got you covered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Benefits of hardscaping:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2713 Expands outdoor living and hosting space Pro Tip:<\/strong> Many hardscapes are made of impermeable material, which means they don\u2019t allow water to penetrate. During storms, water rushes across these surfaces down the storm drain and into local waterways like the Swannanoa River and Burnett Reservoir. To protect fish and turtles and keep our drinking water clean, choose a permeable<\/a> hardscape option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cost:<\/strong> Hardscape prices range based on the type of hardscape you are installing and what materials you\u2019re using. Pathways typically cost between $7 and $24 per square foot<\/strong> (a 100-square-foot paver path usually costs between $1,000 and $1,800). Patios range from $576 to $8,000<\/strong> and a deck ranges from $4,000 to $11,000<\/strong>. Pergolas cost $2,100 to $5,900<\/strong> on average, and arbors and trellises range from $100 to $1,500<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some people mistake a \u201cxeriscape\u201d for a \u201czero-scape\u201d and think it\u2019s a gravel- and dirt-filled wasteland. That\u2019s nowhere near the truth. A xeriscape<\/a> is a drought-tolerant, colorful landscape designed to thrive on local rainfall levels with little to no supplemental water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In Asheville, we tend to get plenty of rain (an average of 45.5 inches per year), but that doesn\u2019t mean xeriscaping isn\u2019t beneficial: Xeriscapes make our yards less vulnerable to the damages of drought when it does come (because even Asheville isn\u2019t immune to drought<\/a>), protect our drinking water supply, and save our watershed from toxic, fertilizer-filled waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Xeriscapes are filled with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Xeriscapes are fun to design and create a low-maintenance space that doesn\u2019t sacrifice beauty for convenience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Benefits of a xeriscape: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2713 Increases property value<\/a> Cost: <\/strong>A professionally designed and installed xeriscape costs between $3,600 and $22,349<\/strong>, or $3 to $15 per square foot<\/strong>, depending on the size of your lawn and the features you want in your landscape design. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We\u2019ll say it: Mulch doesn\u2019t get the credit it deserves. It\u2019s no mere filler for bare patches of your lawn. It\u2019s a miracle worker that protects plant roots, encourages strong growth, and reduces watering needs. Whether you\u2019re building a rain garden or xeriscaping, a healthy layer of mulch will come in handy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2713 Little to no supplemental water needed
\u2713 No fertilizer or pesticides necessary
\u2713 Pollinator-friendly
\u2713 Provide a habitat for beneficial insects and wildlife
\u2713 Promote biodiversity
\u2713 Deep roots prevent erosion and protect local waterways from polluted runoff
\u2713 Add beautiful color and texture to your lawn<\/p> 2. Hardscape to your heart\u2019s content<\/span><\/h2>
\u2713 Long-lasting
\u2713 Less grass to mow and water
\u2713 No pesticide or fertilizer needed
\u2713 Can even out sloped areas of your lawn
\u2713 Increases your property value<\/p> 3. Get water-wise with a xeriscape<\/span><\/h2>
\u2713 Reduces outdoor water use for households across the U.S.<\/a> (not just in the dry southwest)
\u2713 Excellent way to prepare for droughts and prevent water shortages
\u2713 Cuts fertilizer and pesticide waste
\u2713 Reduces runoff
\u2713 Reduces or eliminates mowing (depending on whether you keep a portion of turfgrass)
\u2713 Attracts beautiful butterflies, bees, and birds
\u2713 Creates a habitat for wildlife and promotes biodiversity
\u2713 Fun to design a unique, stylish lawn<\/p> 4. Mulching is magical<\/span><\/h2>
\u2713 Insulates soil to prevent sudden temperature shifts
\u2713 Prevents erosion
\u2713 Protects plants from soil-borne diseases
\u2713 Stops polluted runoff from entering aquatic ecosystems
\u2713 Keeps soil aerated and nutrient-rich
\u2713 Visually attractive
\u2713 Gives plant roots a nutrient boost (if organic)
\u2713 Attracts beneficial microorganisms and earthworms (if organic)<\/p> 5. Refreshing rain gardens<\/span><\/h2>
\u2713 Increases soil moisture
\u2713Filters water to prevent harmful fertilizer, herbicide, and sediment from entering waterways
\u2713 Reduces runoff and erosion
\u2713 Protects fish and turtles from thermal shock<\/a>
\u2713 Attracts pollinators like butterflies and bees
\u2713 Promotes biodiversity and provides a habitat for native wildlife
\u2713 Increases your property value
\u2713 Colorful native flowers add curb appeal<\/p> 6. Wonderful wildflowers<\/span><\/h2>
\u2713 Only one mowing needed per year
\u2713 Promotes biodiversity and provides a habitat for wildlife
\u2713 Pollinator-friendly
\u2713 No watering needed once plants are established
\u2713 Adds beautiful color and texture to your landscape
\u2713 Improves soil health
\u2713 Reduces runoff and erosion<\/p> 7. Heroic herbs<\/span><\/h2>
\u2713 Many herbs do not require fertilizer
\u2713 No mowing required
\u2713 Aromatic
\u2713 Save money at the grocery store
\u2713 Add fresh flavor to your dinner table<\/p> 8. Perfect perennials<\/span><\/h2>
\u2713 Don\u2019t need to be replaced every year
\u2713 You can choose sun- or shade-loving varieties based on your yard\u2019s light exposure
\u2713 Better at timing spring growth: Perennials are less likely to mistake a warm day in winter for the beginning of spring
\u2713 Don\u2019t require as much pesticide as annuals<\/p> 9. Graceful ground covers<\/span><\/h2>
\u2713 Little to no mowing required
\u2713 Lower-maintenance than turfgrass
\u2713 Prevent erosion and stabilize the soil
\u2713 No fertilizer or pesticide needed for native ground covers
\u2713 Fewer disease problems than turfgrass
\u2713 Attractive blossoms and leaf patterns<\/p> 10. Add winter greenery<\/span><\/h2>
\u2713 No mowing required
\u2713 Improve air quality by reducing carbon dioxide pollution in winter
\u2713 Offer habitat and food to native wildlife when resources are scarce
\u2713 Excellent way to incorporate native plants into your landscape<\/p> 11. Get artistic with artificial grass<\/span><\/h2>
\u2713 Evergreen
\u2713 Many aesthetic varieties available
\u2713 No fertilizer or pesticides needed
\u2713 No mowing necessary
\u2713 Minimal water required (only for cleaning the turf)
\u2713 Saves water and energy
\u2713 Can save money in the long term <\/p> Let a pro give your lawn the Biltmore treatment<\/span><\/h2>
1. Go natural with native plants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\u2713 Little to no supplemental water needed
\u2713 No fertilizer or pesticides necessary
\u2713 Pollinator-friendly
\u2713 Provide a habitat for beneficial insects and wildlife
\u2713 Promote biodiversity
\u2713 Deep roots prevent erosion and protect local waterways from polluted runoff
\u2713 Add beautiful color and texture to your lawn<\/p>\n\n\n\n2. Hardscape to your heart\u2019s content<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\u2713 Long-lasting
\u2713 Less grass to mow and water
\u2713 No pesticide or fertilizer needed
\u2713 Can even out sloped areas of your lawn
\u2713 Increases your property value<\/p>\n\n\n\n3. Get water-wise with a xeriscape<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\u2713 Reduces outdoor water use for households across the U.S.<\/a> (not just in the dry southwest)
\u2713 Excellent way to prepare for droughts and prevent water shortages
\u2713 Cuts fertilizer and pesticide waste
\u2713 Reduces runoff
\u2713 Reduces or eliminates mowing (depending on whether you keep a portion of turfgrass)
\u2713 Attracts beautiful butterflies, bees, and birds
\u2713 Creates a habitat for wildlife and promotes biodiversity
\u2713 Fun to design a unique, stylish lawn<\/p>\n\n\n\n4. Mulching is magical<\/h2>\n\n\n\n