An area the size of Washington State is presently mowed turf in the United States. This makes lawns the largest irrigated 'crop' in the country and the adverse impact of this ecological footprint is truly staggering. Meadows offer the opposite effect, providing myriad ecological benefits – including ongoing sequestering of carbon and increased biological diversity. Meadows are also significantly more affordable than lawns plus they're long lasting, low-maintenance, and very beautiful.

As part of Tuft University’s Environmental Lecture series, Owen Wormser will discuss the benefits of native meadows while also explaining how to create thriving meadowscapes, sharing tips and strategies drawn from research and over 20 years of on-the-ground experience.

Tufts will raffle 3 copies of Lawn to Meadows among the virtual and in-person attendees. People interested in attending can buy the book from Stone Pier Press for 25 percent off the cover price (promo code: TUFTS25).

Hosted by: Tufts University School of Arts & Sciences Environmental Studies

Time: 9am - 10am PT

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