8 Grass Alternatives For Your Yard

Clover

White clover is a nitrogen-fixing ground cover that stays green and requires less water than traditional grass. It's also soft underfoot and attracts pollinators.

Creeping Jenny

This low-growing ground cover has vibrant yellow-green foliage and is well-suited for shaded areas. It's easy to maintain and spreads quickly.

Moss

Moss is an excellent alternative for shaded or moist areas where traditional grass struggles. It creates a lush, carpet-like appearance and requires minimal maintenance.

Creeping Thyme

Creeping thyme is a fragrant ground cover with small, aromatic leaves. It's drought-tolerant, attracts pollinators, and forms a dense mat of greenery.

Buffalo Grass

Native to North America, buffalo grass is a low-maintenance turf alternative. It is drought-tolerant, stays green in warm seasons, and requires less mowing.

Sedum

Sedums, also known as stonecrops, are succulent ground covers that come in various varieties.

Liriope

Also known as monkey grass, liriope is a grass-like ground cover with arching leaves.

Fescue

Fine fescue varieties, such as creeping red fescue, are low-maintenance grass alternatives.

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