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Watering Conservation Tips continued

Faux Lawn, Simi Valley

Faux lawns are just catching on in some areas.  Some of these look so real that you can’t tell they are not real even standing right next to them.  The downside of this (besides being fake) is that they do not cool down the air and are actually hot to the touch in the summer.  They are also a lot more expensive to install that regular lawn.

The year was 1966 when the Astrodome in Houston introduced the nation to Astroturf. Astroturf gave rise to the hope of carefree lawns; visions of lazy weekends where you never needed to worry about wrenching your back to start the motor of the beast in the garage. Fast-forward to 2009 and you now have more than 20 firms that offer the latest tech of faux lawns.

There is no mowing, watering or fertilizing.  Faux grass provides a way to comply with water restrictions in drought areas and avoid potential fines. The appeal of some homeowners ranges from ecological to aesthetic. It can be used to totally replace all your lawn thereby water savings are maximized. Other options would be to integrate it with stone to enhance a patio or use it just in a play area.

Faux Lawn in Stamped Concrete Patio

The options and creative uses are endless. Larsen Landscape is experienced with the nuances of faux lawns and offers expert assistance to help you achieve your landscape objectives.