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greenswards

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plural of greensward

as in grasses

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Most gardens naturally have crevices that many plants will gladly make home like; Sedum, succulents, various grasses (like Emerald' zoysia grass here), creeping thyme, Rupturwort, New Zealand Brass Buttons, and various mosses.

— Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 6 May 2026
Ornamental grasses add texture and movement Muhly grass and fountain grass bring a different kind of beauty to summer landscapes.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026

Definition of grasses

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Although beautiful, drought-tolerant, native options are available, the vast lawns are made up of non-native grasses.

— Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026
More than 100 houses on the block deck out their front lawns with Halloween decor and invite visitors to pick up their annual candy haul.

— Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of lawns

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This will help to draw any excess moisture and keep the greens fresh for longer in the fridge.

— Molly Allen, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2026
The decor hits just the right amount of nautical; soothing blues and greens abound, as do a mix of textures and prints that feel right at home in the New England setting.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of green

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Much closer, and visible from Ulum's patio and grounds, is the Looking Glass Arch (just a five-minute walk).

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026
But an extreme marine heat wave and a strong El Niño have pushed Southern California water temperatures closer to those of the turtles’ typical nesting grounds.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of grounds

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Sensory gardens scale down to small patios, raised beds and family-friendly plots, so the concept is not reserved for sprawling landscaped estates.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 29 Oct. 2026
Conservation development is a method of constructing lots and homes closer together on smaller plots, the program states.

— Marc Hayot, Arkansas Online, 27 Oct. 2026

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