What can I grow in lieu of grass?
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Betty Pulfer
what can I grow in lieu of grass in a very shady and poorly soiled yard?
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creeping myrtle or another kind of vine or ivy. Bamboo would also work but be aware some of these options might be invasive and hard to control
There are lots of sedum varieties out there . They do well in poor soil ( thrive even!) Check out some of these https://www.google.com/search?q=sedum+varieties&rlz=1C1GGRV_enCA751CA751&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwim57P7_urfAhWhoYMKHTSfAdoQ_AUIDigB
We did English Ivy in the front of our home under trees where the grass didn’t grow. It’s so pretty! We also did a garden path through it. Here is a photo of it: https://chemistrycachet.com/11-cheap-backyard-ideas-to-create-a-dreamy-inviting-ambiance/