Homeowners who find that a traditional lawn is not practical can explore some low-maintenance alternatives. Valley News/Courtesy photo
TEMECULA – A traditional lawn may not be right for every property nor desired by every homeowner. Lawns take time and effort to establish and daily or weekly maintenance to thrive. Homeowners who find that a traditional lawn is not practical can explore some low-maintenance alternatives.Wildflower meadowHomeowners with wide swaths of property may discover meadows are cost- and time-efficient. Stores sell special wildflower meadow mixes of seeds or homeowners can use wildflower plug plants throughout areas where grasses are left to grow longer. This natural area can be a home to wildlife and an idyllic backdrop to a home. Most meadows only require a spring or summer and autumn cut to thrive and look good.Ornamental grassesPartition areas of the property for ornamental gras
