World Environment Day – The Benefits of a Healthy Lawn Grass
After years of experience looking after them across the UK and nationwide, it’s safe to say we love lawns.
There are many ways and reasons to love your lawn, too, especially due to its natural splendour and properties.
World Environment Day (today) is a global platform for raising awareness and taking action on critical environmental issues.
As part of World Environment Day, we’ve put together a list of some of the benefits of having a healthy lawn and looking after the environment in your own garden.
The Benefits of a Healthy Lawn
- They take in carbon dioxide from the air and produce oxygen. You might not think of a lawn as an oxygen-rich plant, but grass plant photosynthesises just like any other. A 250m² area of lawn can actually produce enough oxygen to sustain a family of four for a whole day!
- They stay cool – During higher temperatures, real grass can stay a lot cooler as the average lawn produces around 300 miles worth of roots! The grass blades also protect the topsoil against erosion from wind and rain, and prevent the runoff of water and possible flooding.
- They are hygienic – The growing and respiratory aspects of the plant, along with regular mowing, actually make the plant self-cleaning.
- They have other health benefits – A lawn will promote healthier wildlife in your garden for other plants, insects, or even animal life. Research has also found that spending time in a natural green space can help improve your overall mood and reduce stress.
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And if the work of caring for a real lawn feels like too much, we offer a variety of services that can help you on your way to having the lush, natural, green lawn that you’ve always dreamed of. You can find out more about our services here or get in touch with our experts by calling 0800 021 3074 or finding your nearest TruGreen business today.
