Working Towards a Greener Australia, One Lawn at a Time

As our cities grow, it’s becoming more important for us to keep ourselves and the environment healthy. A well-maintained lawn will not only look great but will help us all move towards a greener Australia.

Research shows that turfgrass is great for the environment as well as our mental and physical health. Among these benefits, natural turfgrass provides a safe place for children to play, reduces pollution and cools urban environments.

“We can restore this precious earth with something as simple as turfgrass – the earth’s living skin.”

– Turfgrass Producers International

Health Benefits

But grass isn’t just beneficial to the environment, it also has psychological and physical health benefits for us. Lawns and parks are a place where you can relax and step away from the stress of our busy lives. Research studies have found that: 

• Families who walk through the park report better quality of life and reduced problems with child behaviour.
• Inner-city park areas improve mental health, disease immunity and greater productivity for those living in high-rise apartments.
• Mowing a lawn provides regular and valuable cardiovascular exercise.

Lawns provide a safe place for relaxation as well as sports, and a turfed yard remains part of the Australian dream. With all this in mind, it’s no wonder turfed lawn is Australia’s favourite outdoor surface.