Lawns and Ground Covers in Landscape Design

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  • Candan Kus Sahin
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In suitable growing conditions, the grasses are one of the well lawn covering materials due to uniform in color and texture, soft and resilient, easy to take care of. In many areas, grasses can provide a surface that maintenance frees than paving. They can be walked on, sat on and used for many outdoor activities and sport activities such as; football, soccer, volleyball and related practices. However, although the green of a lawn is usually grass, but not necessarily that.

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تاریخ انتشار 2017