Find out why turf is the right choice in areas with limited water supply.
Interested in a water-wise grass alternative? You’ve got it! Synthetic turf gives you drought-tolerant grass that looks good year round. So, let us consider everything that goes into maintaining a traditional lawn.
TRADITIONAL LAWN MAINTENANCE
It’s easy to see that grass is one of the neediest plants. Grass is quite sensitive and requires a tremendous amount of upkeep, especially in drought-prone areas.
Significant Water Use
The EPA estimates that about a third of all public water is used to water grass. That’s a lot! Watering a lawn in the east probably won’t be as important to keep it alive as it is in the west. That is because the climate is so different. For example, humidity levels are higher in the east which slows down water evaporating. Meanwhile, the western region of North America receives far less rainfall yielding lower humidity, resulting in crispier lawns.
Toxic Chemicals
Lawn owners also use ferfilizers, pesticides, and herbicides to keep bugs and weeds from ruining their lawn. But these toxins come with heavy consequences. They are not only expensive, they also are harmful to people, pets, and the environment. The toxins can get into waterways and even in our foo through stormwater runoff. All of these poisons wash off lawns into storm sewers which flow into streams, creeks, rivers, and water basins.
Save Time
No matter what method you use to keep your lawn manicured, it uses the most precious resource you have — time. The typical homeowner spends about 70 hours a year on lawn and garden care, according to the American Time Use Survey.
WHY USE ARTIFICIAL TURF
Welcome water-efficient landscaping and sustainable lawns with artificial grass. Here are just a few reasons to make the switch to drought-resilient artificial turf.
Water Conservation
Drought-resistant and water-wise grass landscaping will help you save an immense amount of water. It is especially true in areas where water is limited and metered. The EPA states the average American family will go through 320 gallons of water each day, with 30% used outdoors. Coast to coast, landscape irrigation is accounts for approximately a third of all residential water use which totals about 9 billion gallons every day. With water scarcity becoming a bigger and bigger problem, it is vital to conserve wherever possible.
Reduce Pollution
With artificial grass, you will be able to highlight an eco-friendly landscape design with no weed-killing chemicals, fertilizers, or toxic products to address pests. This helps prevent water pollution and you’ll save money in the long run. As a bonus, you will lower your carbon emissions by never needing to use gasoline-powered lawn mowers and trimmers.
Less Work
Our motto is less work and more play! By choosing artificial grass, you’ll regain so much time that you used to spend by maintaining your lawn. For most artificial grass applications, clearing leaves and pet debris only requires a leaf blower and a water hose. If you select our HydroChill option, you’ll sometimes have to add water to your lawn, but nowhere near as much as you’d have to for keeping natural grass green.
SAY GOODBYE TO DIFFICULT LAWNS
Ready for a drought-proof lawn? Southwest Greens of Huntsville has a solution for you. Every project is custom designed, and installed by professionals, so you’ll never need to do any of the hard work. Check out our gallery of synthetic lawns for inspiration and contact Southwest Greens of Huntsville today to get started.