For some of us the uniform expanse of a green lawn is not the look we desire. There are any number of landscaping alternatives to having a lawn. This is a guide about alternatives to having a lawn.
Years ago in Chicago, one of my neighbors got tired of his lawn, and had the whole thing dug up. He poured a slab of cement. When it dried, he painted it green.
I have to say we all envied him. No watering or cutting grass just pure patio, front and back. He just rolled out the lounge chairs, table, and what barbecues he had.
By Barbara F G. from Statesboro, GA
What could I plant to replace the grass? I am old and don't want to cut grass anymore. Thank you.
By Theresa D
By mrs.story
07/10/2011
Someone in our neighborhood xeriscaped their yard. Lots of rocks and drought-tolerant plants. I believe their yard was also wildlife habitat certified (although I might be getting the name wrong). I don't think they ever have to mow (I don't think there is any lawn). Are you familiar with xeriscape landscaping? Here is a link to images, so you can see what I'm talking about:
http://www.google.com/search?q=xeriscape&hl=en&rls=com.microsoft:en-us:IE-SearchBox&rlz=1I7GGIH_en&prmd=ivns&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=Uc8ZTo3fPMHDgQes-qQf&ved=0CCYQsAQ&biw=1251&bih=582
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