Lawn alternatives

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Low Grow™

Low-mow lawn with seasonal clover blooms

Growing requirements
Sunlight
Sun to partial shade
Climate
Regions 1–4 and 7. In 5–6, use part shade and irrigation in dry months.
Mowing
Occasional mowing if you want fewer blooms
Foot traffic
Light to moderate
Size & coverage

5 lb bag · $74.95
Bare soil · 2,000 sq ft
Overseeding · 5,000 sq ft

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PetLawn™

Play areas and dog paths

Growing requirements
Sunlight
Sun to light shade
Climate
Listed for all Earthwise regions. Check your ZIP and light.
Mowing
Plan to mow for a tidy finish
Foot traffic
Higher traffic once established
Size & coverage

5 lb bag · $59.95
Bare soil · 2,000 sq ft
Overseeding · 5,000 sq ft

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EcoSeed Fine Fescue

Classic grass look with less mowing

Growing requirements
Sunlight
Partial sun to shade. Full sun in cooler climates.
Climate
Best in cool to temperate climates. Regions 1–4 and 7.
Mowing
Mow for a tidy look or let it grow naturally
Foot traffic
Light to moderate
Size & coverage

5 lb bag · $40.95
Bare soil · 1,000 sq ft
Overseeding · Approx. 1,000–1,660 sq ft
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3. See how to plant

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Not Sure Which Lawn Alternative Is Right for You?

Start with what matters most to you. Earthwise Seed offers different solutions for different yards, climates and goals.

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Low-Mow

Want less mowing and a lawn that fits a lower-maintenance lifestyle?

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Clover

Looking for a living lawn alternative with clover at the center?

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Native & Wildflower

Create a more diverse outdoor space designed to support pollinators.

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Shade & Difficult Areas

Find options for areas where traditional turf has a hard time thriving.

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1 WEEK AGO
“I've now bought numerous packages of clover seeds from Earthwise. I'm planting my small side yard with just clover. The project is coming along, the clover is coming up and it looks so pretty.”
Darla Spafford-Davis Google Review
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3 WEEKS AGO
“Seed has arrived on time and germinated well.”
Lee Parks Google Review
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4 WEEKS AGO
“Extremely fast delivery, products securely packed and packaged. Looking forward to more in the future as our dogs are very demanding about their personal spaces. Thanks Earthwise!”
m evarts Google Review
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Why Choose an Alternative Lawn?

Traditional turf isn't the only way to create a beautiful, functional yard.

Earthwise Seed offers lawn alternatives for different climates, growing conditions and goals—from low-mow lawn mixes and clovers to native wildflowers and meadow-style plantings.

Alternative lawns can help reduce mowing and maintenance while creating more diverse outdoor spaces. The right choice depends on where you live, how much sun your yard receives, your soil conditions, and what you want your lawn to do.

Not sure where to start? Use our Seed Finder to narrow down the options for your yard.