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Kill your lawn, plant native flowers

NPR | By Celia Llopis-Jepsen

Published July 28, 2026 at 4:23 PM EDT

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Traditional lawns may be green, but that doesn't mean they're good for the environment. The team at NPR's Life Kit podcast report on one lawn alternative that's gaining popularity.