B2B · Institutions

Institutional eco-lawns

Large-area low-input lawns for schools, parks, campuses and municipalities — lower water, lower cost, lower emissions, with grounds that stay safe and usable.

In short

We design, plan and support large-scale conversions from thirsty turf to low-input lawns — matched to your site and use, built on verified species, with optional impact reporting and rebate navigation. Pricing and scope are quoted per project.

Who we work with

Built for big grounds

Schools and universities, parks and rec departments, municipalities, corporate and healthcare campuses, and HOA common areas — anywhere there’s a lot of mowed, watered turf that doesn’t need to be.

Why now

The drivers are lining up

Regulation

Water rules tightening

e.g. California restricts potable irrigation of non-functional turf from 2027

Safety

Safe, usable grounds

Non-toxic species for play & public areas

Ecology

Habitat & biodiversity

Pollinator value where it once was monoculture

What we provide

End to end, or any part

We can take on the whole conversion or slot into your team: site assessment and species/blend design from our verified data; phased conversion planning for large areas; establishment support through the critical first season; impact reporting for sustainability and grant requirements; rebate navigation; and trade pricing via our pro program.

Safe grounds for schools and the public

For play areas and public lawns we design with species that are non-toxic or not listed as toxic — clover and clover is not on the ASPCA toxic-plant list, creeping thyme (Thymus serpyllum), fine fescue and sedge aren’t listed — and we keep ASPCA-toxic species (yarrow, chamomile) out of areas where children or pets graze. Every choice is documented against our toxicity table.

The process

From audit to established

1. Audit. We map your turf, water use, mowing load and the areas that genuinely need traditional lawn.

2. Design & phase. Species and a roll-out plan that fits budget cycles and minimises disruption.

3. Establish & report. First-season support, then an impact report you can put in front of a board or funder.

Specifics

Scope & procurement

Institutional projects vary enormously, so we scope, price and structure procurement per engagement. Tell us about your site and goals and we’ll propose an approach.