UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden GATEways Horticulturist Stacey Parker is removing her lawn. Follow along with her as she moves from a high-water use lawn to a low-water shade garden.
PHOTOS
PLANTS
Stacey’s plant list
“50 Greens for Shade”
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TIMELINE
Beginning of March 2014
Stacey starts removing her lawn using the sheet mulching process
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First year without lawn March 2015
Life without Lawn: 50 Greens for Shade
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Stacey’s plant list
“50 Greens for Shade”
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What Stacey’s yard looks like in summer August 2016
Life after lawn advice: Start with a plan
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