There are about 40 million acres of turf grass growing in the United States, but fenced-in lawns associated with the traditional American Dream are considered an expensive and unsustainable option to ...

A clover lawn is an eco-friendly landscaping option that requires less maintenance than a traditional lawn. Clover benefits the environment because it eliminates the need for synthetic fertilizers and ...

As we stare down the calendar straight into lawn mowing season, we can't help but wonder if there's a more environmentally friendly and low-maintenance option. Turns out, we're not alone. Clover lawns ...

Grass may seem like an obvious choice for a yard covering but it’s actually a modern-ish norm. The idea of a domestic manicured grass lawn was imported in the early 18th century from France and ...

Dwarf white clover can be a low-maintenance, sustainable alternative to traditional turf grass for North Texas lawns, and is more heat-resistant when mixed with St. Augustine, Bermuda or buffalo grass ...

A big garden is great for giving your dog space to run around and play, but the sad truth is that grass lawns and dog urine ...

Ilana Strauss is a journalist who began writing for the Treehugger family in 2015. Her work has been featured in The Atlantic, The Cut, New York Magazine, and other publications. Amy Cox remembers the ...

Clover stays green long after grass has turned brown - a significant advantage as water shortages continue to occur across the country. In fact, 80 percent of state water managers surveyed by the ...

After having to rid my lawn of five gophers this month it is time to patch things up. The mounds, combined with my awkward efforts to dig and trap the vermin, have made things quite messy. Fortunately ...