Maximize Backyard Playtime
Delight Gluten Free|March/April 2019

6 Myths About Your Backyard—busted!

Michael Pope
Maximize Backyard Playtime

If your children, like many of their peers, spend countless hours playing video games— indoors—you’d probably like to encourage them to get outside and exercise. But one glance out the window and you may not think your yard is in any state to support child’s play.

Is it more weeds and bare spots than lawn? Maybe you’ve talked with a grass expert about which type of sod you should buy, but walked away more confused than ever. Or, lately you’ve heard that maybe lawns aren’t so good for the environment anyway—so is it time to replace it all with plastic turf and forget the notion of a nice lawn?

The straight answer is no; and, it’s actually easier than ever to have a great-looking lawn, plus plenty of good reasons to do so. I’m here to bust six common myths that surround lawn care—and hopefully, that will encourage you to get outside and maximize your family’s playtime.

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