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Imagine living on a property surrounded by a perennial, landscaped lawn. You can step out into your beautifully carved garden at any time and absorb the soothing colours of nature that surround you.
So, you set about trying to achieve this dream by carefully planning where you’ll plant your grass in the spring. And then you’re up against the challenge of keeping it alive during winter. Forget about all that.
In this blog post, we will show you the way to achieve this dream without having to worry about weather, terrain, and water costs.
Lush lawns add to curb appeal and create an inviting facade for onlookers and give them a glimpse of what the rest of the property looks like.
Natural lawns are becoming increasingly difficult to maintain with mounting watering restrictions, costs of seeding, and constant landscaping maintenance.
With synthetic turf technology advancing every year, it’s easy to create a lawn of your dreams and to maintain it, too!
Fieldmasters Synthetic Grass, a leader in the synthetic turf industry since 1991, has various products that can fit any landscaping requirements. Artificial turf can withstand changing weather conditions, while staying green year-round. Our installed synthetic lawns don’t need fertilizers or excessive watering, and last for a long time without fading or wearing down. Call us or send an email today to talk about your landscaping needs. You dream a lawn, we build it.
Understanding Eco-Conscious Gardening
Lawn care accounts for the majority of seasonal water-use increase. Many gardening buffs will default to extensive watering, fertilization, and pesticide application in their landscaping.
Natural materials are expensive to source and require constant and costly maintenance. The alternative: artificial turf, allows landscaping that mimics the look, feel, and function of a natural grass lawn.
Residential eco-landscaping focuses on designing low-maintenance lawns by using features that require less water and supplemental items, such as fertilizers. Eco-conscious lawns are sustainable, durable, promote accessibility, and save money and time.
Over the years, artificial turf lawns have gone from being a one-off to becoming staple in homes around the world. In fact, the trend is catching on because of climate change and watering laws being introduced across municipalities.
Ideas for Water-Efficient Landscaping with Artificial Turf
An outdoor space can be both a practical and decorative add-on to a property. Our experts can carefully design a garden that is beautiful and functional, all while being water-efficient.
The first step in creating a water-efficient landscape is by reducing watering surfaces. Remember to use new-age irrigation technologies in areas that need to be watered.
The next step is to wisely design the remaining area with a variety of materials, such as flower beds, pathways, play areas, and common-use zones.
Here are some eco-conscious landscaping ideas that save money and energy.
Create Practical Turf Areas
Lawns require large amounts of watering and general maintenance than other vegetation. Use artificial turf on larger surface areas to reduce excessive watering needs.
Synthetic grass can be especially efficient in high-traffic areas that wear down with use.
And there will be no more dead spots on your lawn!
Use Flower Beds to Add Colour
Instead of having a large, flat lawn that requires lots of watering, consider creating flower beds. They will be less thirsty and add beauty and colour to your garden.
Use Artificial Turf for Framing
There’s no need to dig up your entire backyard if only parts of it are worn out. Synthetic grass comes in many forms, colours, and materials and can be used for a tidy look around trees and flower beds.
You can consider using decorative stones or pebbles for added visual appeal.
Add Around Areas Prone to Water Logging
Artificial turf is slip-resistant and remains cool even under direct sunlight, making it the perfect choice for poolside landscapes.
You can also use artificial grass for accents around other water bodies, such as ponds or fountains. These areas are prone to water logging and muddiness, which is reduced with artificial turf.
Include Walkways and Sitting Areas
When you’re transforming your garden, make sure you include ways for people to enjoy it, too. Add pathways along the sides, with sitting areas under large, shady trees.
Natural grass doesn’t usually grow in low light, but artificial turf doesn’t need sunlight. Soft padding underneath a shaded tree or bench makes for an inviting alcove.
Spruce up that Interlocking
Weeds are an eye sore, whether they’re in your garden or if they’ve broken through your carefully interlocked pathways. Artificial grass keeps weeds out and maintains impeccable walkways for a long time.
Create a Balcony or Terrace Oasis
With artificial grass, no area is off limits --- not even your balconies or terraces.
If you live in a temperate climate, a rooftop terrace can be the perfect use of uncovered space. Select a soft, well-padded turf to create your personal lookout point for romantic evenings or friendly gatherings.
Other Efficient Artificial Turf Uses
Synthetic turf is breaking the rules when it comes to uses around properties. Environmentally conscious people are recognizing it as a cost-effective alternative to grass that’s light on water usage. Artificial grass replicates the look of natural, lush grass without resource-intensive maintenance. Homeowners, businesses, and government entities across North America are turning to synthetic grass as an attractive landscaping solution that saves time, money, and water.
Effective Water Run-Off Systems
Synthetic lawns are practical solutions to water logging and stagnation. Sloping gardens toward water drainage can help water run off natural grass, but it won’t be seamless. The water will also carry residue from fertilizers that can increase nitrogen in lakes or rivers, harming vegetation and fish.
Artificial grass solves this problem with easy drainage, regardless of terrain. And because you don’t use pesticides or fertilizers on artificial grass, no harmful chemicals will be carried off to water bodies.
Even More Ways of Using Synthetic Turf
Synthetic grass doesn’t just come in handy on residential properties. Commercial and public properties, used by people of varying abilities, are also turning to artificial turf to enhance recreational opportunities.
Enhanced safety – Parks and playgrounds that use artificial grass allow kids to be active year-round on safe and resilient play surfaces.
Accessible recreation opportunities – Turf gives an even surface that allows wheelchairs to move easily and prevents crutches from sinking into surfaces.
Artificial grass and hardscape design – Synthetic turf can easily become part of existing garden designs, creating a visually striking landscape. Combine artificial grass with concrete pavers, stones, or wood decks for texture and contrast in outdoor space
Accessorize that deck – The deck is a much-used space during summer, so adorning it with artificial grass can give it new life and extend the life of your deck.
Artificial grass gives endless design and landscaping possibilities on any surface and in any environment. The Fieldmasters Synthetic Grass team knows all types of synthetic turf material that can be used in homes, recreation spaces, and public properties. We do a thorough overview of the area and discuss all possible design choices for your lawn. But our design services begin when you call or email us to talk about turning your property into a water-efficient landscape.
