WHY DOES YARD WORK ALWAYS SEEM NEVER-ENDING?
I’ve noticed the same thing—no matter how much I plan, there’s always something else popping up. I tried using landscape fabric under mulch, but some weeds still manage to sneak through. Maybe it’s just part of owning a yard... I do think reducing lawn size helps, though. Less grass, less hassle.
WHY DOES YARD WORK ALWAYS SEEM NEVER-ENDING?
Landscape fabric is tricky—I've found it helps a bit, but those persistent weeds always find a way. Swapping out some lawn for native plants made a big difference for me. Have you tried any ground covers or low-maintenance shrubs? They can really cut down on the work.
WHY DOES YARD WORK ALWAYS SEEM NEVER-ENDING?
I get the appeal of native plants and ground covers, but honestly, my wallet starts sweating just thinking about ripping out lawn and replacing it all. I tried a patch of creeping thyme once—looked great for a season, then half of it died off and weeds just filled in the gaps. Sometimes I wonder if the “low-maintenance” options just shift the work around or delay it a bit. Maybe I’m just not picking the right plants, but for now, I’m sticking with my patchy grass and a sturdy old mower... at least that’s predictable.
WHY DOES YARD WORK ALWAYS SEEM NEVER-ENDING?
I hear you on the “low-maintenance” myth. Tried switching to clover in a few spots last year—looked good for a bit, then the dandelions took over anyway. Sometimes I think it’s just trading one hassle for another. At least mowing is straightforward, even if it’s not pretty.
At least mowing is straightforward, even if it’s not pretty.
Funny thing—mowing’s about the only part I don’t mind. Everything else just seems to multiply. Years ago, I tried “no-mow” fescue in the back. Looked great for one season, then crabgrass and wild violets crept in. Ended up spending more time pulling weeds than I ever did mowing. Sometimes I wonder if the secret is just learning to live with a little messiness.
