Go Green: The Environmental Benefits of a Natural Lawn
Homeowners across the US prefer a nice green lawn for how it looks — but few realize just how much natural turf grass benefits the environment around us.
Why Natural Grass Is Better Than You Think
From cleaner air to cooler temperatures, your lawn does far more than just look good. Discover the four key environmental benefits of keeping natural turf grass.
Four Key Environmental Benefits
🌬️ Cleaner Air
Natural turf grass takes in carbon dioxide and releases oxygen, purifying the air. It also traps dust particles, keeping the air — and your cars, houses, and windows — cleaner.
💧 Better Water Quality
Grass has dense roots that trap and eliminate pollutants from water as it moves through the soil, preventing erosion from both water and wind while protecting vital groundwater supplies.
🌡️ Cooler Temperatures
Surrounding your home with grass can lower the surrounding temperature by 10°–14°F. Your lawn provides the same cooling effect as 9 tons of air conditioning — far cooler than asphalt or concrete.
🔇 Noise Reduction
Live on a busy road? Grass absorbs and deflects sound like a blanket of insulation, reducing noise from cars, trucks, animals, and more. It also decreases glare and light reflection.
Artificial Grass vs. Natural Turf
Artificial grass can measure more than 86°F higher than natural grass under similar conditions. While it may seem low-maintenance, it simply cannot replicate the environmental advantages of real turf — no air purification, no water filtration, no cooling effect, and no noise absorption.
The Soil & Grass Partnership
Soil and grass go hand in hand. The soil provides nutrients while grass provides stability for the soil through its roots. If your soil is too compact, water cannot seep into it properly — causing problems for areas that rely on precipitation for drinking water. A healthy lawn means a healthier ecosystem.
Go Green — Your Lawn Is Doing More Than You Know
When you take a closer look, grass has many benefits when it comes to the environment. Keep it natural, keep it green.
