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Only 2% of readers polled have synthetic grass at home. 54% wouldn't even consider it
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Should you fake the lawn?
Get the pros and cons of synthetic grass and other low-care alternatives
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WATER USE
Traditional lawn (Kentucky bluegrass, fescue, Bermuda grass) The amount of water needed to keep our lawns green is seriously impacting Western water supplies. In Denver, for example, 55% of all residential water is used on landscaping.
Synthetic lawn This is the best part: Synthetic lawns require no water except an occasional spray to clean them.
Native grasses (Buffalo grass, hair grass, etc.) Once established, locally adapted types should thrive on the area’s average rainfall. During especially dry years, they may need some watering.
New drought-tolerant blends (Wildflower Farm’s Eco-Lawn, for example ― 5 lbs. of seed, $33) Very low water once they’re established.
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