Image of Stacey Parker's front yard.

Stacey Parker's Lawn Removal

Stacey's lawn removal processUC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden GATEways Horticulturist Stacey Parker is removing her lawn. Follow along with her as she moves from a high-water use lawn to a low-water shade garden.

PHOTOS

GALLERY of Stacey’s progress

PLANTS
Stacey’s plant list
“50 Greens for Shade”
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TIMELINE

Beginning of March 2014
Stacey starts removing her lawn using the sheet mulching process
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First year without lawn March 2015
Life without Lawn: 50 Greens for Shade
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Stacey’s plant list
“50 Greens for Shade”
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What Stacey’s yard looks like in summer August 2016
Life after lawn advice: Start with a plan
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