On 2013-07-16 21:14:47 +0100, Rod said:

On Tuesday, July 16, 2013 1:03:13 PM UTC+1, Jeff Layman wrote:


Probably in the hope that all the grass will be completely removed, thus

ending the need to do any mowing once and for all.



Is there a more environmentally unfriendly garden plant than lawn grass?


Jeff

It doesn't have to be so.
Frequent mowing, not too short, other species especially clover encouraged.
Never fed, sprayed or watered - it won't die.
Then it's quite good for wildlife, a decent green backdrop for more
interesting stuff.

Rod.

I do think there's a psychological aspect perhaps? While we all enjoy
going abroad and seeing paved terraces and seating areas outside cafés
etc., there's something very soothing and restful about a stretch of
grass! And is there a better sound than that of *someone else* cutting
it!
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