why you should do it

Clover lawns are a great choice (or first step) in moving away from grass lawns. The benefits of clover lawns is that they don't require as much water or fertalizer as grass, making them a tad more eco-friendly. They're tough — perfect if you have kids or dogs that like to play. And it grows slower than grass — you'll only need to mow around once a month. And they're vibrant green, making it less likely the neighbors will stare at your non-grass lawn.

how you can do it

1. Prepare the soil. You can start from scratch (remove any grass patches) or add clover seeds to your already existing lawn. If you've got grass thatches in your lawn, you might want to rake them out. Aim to plant in late spring through summer.
2. Sprinkle your seeds! Walk north and south, dropping a line of seeds as you go (don't bury them). Then walk east and west as you drop more seeds, so you crisscross the lawn.
3. Keep it moist as it grows. Clover doesn't need much water once it's growing strong, but baby clovers could use a little extra love. For the first month or two, make sure the soil stays moist.
4. Avoid walking on the baby clover for the first two months. It'll be all the stronger for it. After that, you can mow once a month for a uniform lawn look.