Given a deluge of news about the dangers we face in this period of global warming, it’s easy to become paralyzed into inaction. For many homeowners, the question becomes, “what can I do that makes a difference?”

As homeowners consider improving the appearance and performance of their landscaping, it’s important to think of the big picture. The long-standing ideal of deep green, thick, weed-free grass is rightfully being questioned from a number of angles.