From Plastic to Paradise | Transforming a Lifeless Lawn into a Natural Haven
In 2025, it sometimes feels as though plastic grass has taken over the world.
Gone are the days when gardens were celebrated for their creativity, craftsmanship, and connection to nature. Too often now, gardens are treated like another household job to tick off the list — and artificial turf has become the go-to “quick fix.”
But at Harris Garden Design & Landscaping, we believe gardens should breathe. They should evolve, inspire, and connect you to the natural world — not seal it beneath a layer of plastic.
Artificial grass isn’t just an environmental problem; it’s also expensive, unnatural, and, quite frankly, it doesn’t look good. We’re asked to replace it all the time, and the transformation is always dramatic.
On this particular project, our client had already gathered three quotes — each one recommending that she simply replace her old, dull plastic lawn with new artificial turf. She told us that calling us for a fourth quote was “the best decision ever” after seeing how her garden was completely reimagined.
Instead of replacing plastic with more plastic, we removed the artificial lawn entirely and designed a low-maintenance, fully planted garden that feels alive, calm, and inviting. Through thoughtful design, we proved that “low maintenance” doesn’t have to mean lifeless. With smart planting choices and natural materials, the space now blends effortlessly with the seasons — no more sweeping leaves off the lawn or worrying about mud and debris. Everything simply belongs.
What was once a flat, uninspiring space is now a tranquil retreat full of texture, movement, and natural beauty. The only downside to this project? We had to leave when it was finished!
A year on, our client is still over the moon with her garden and tells us how much joy it brings her every day. Her full testimonial will be coming soon — and we can’t wait to share it.
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