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Matilda Bourne

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: This is the best way to replace lawn with native plants says a sustainable landscaper - The Untold Story

A wildflower sedge meadow outside a home.

Turf is out and native plant lawns are officially in. If you’ve grown up in a turf-obsessed family the thought of switching to a native plant lawn may send shivers down your spine, but the reality is we’re all looking for ways to help the environment, and replacing your turf with a more wildlife-friendly sustainable lawn may be a good place to start!

Building a native plant lawn is an art though, doing your research before breaking ground is essential if you’re going to achieve a professional finish with this grass alternative. And who better to advise you on the dos and don’ts of native plant lawns than a sustainable landscaping expert?

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