turning my lawn into a lavender dreamscape

When I was a child, my grandmother’s garden was filled with the calming scent of lavender. She believed that every yard should be a place of healing and memory. This spring, inspired by her legacy, I decided to propagate 200 lavender cuttings, hoping to transform my plain North American lawn into a slice of the French countryside. But not everyone in my neighborhood shares my enthusiasm. Some neighbors miss the look of a traditional green lawn, while others worry about how lavender fits with our unpredictable local weather. The older folks recall when every home had neat grass, while younger families are eager to try drought-tolerant, pollinator-friendly plants like lavender. There’s a quiet tension here: Should we cling to the familiar lawns of our past, or embrace new, sustainable beauty? I find myself caught between nostalgia and the need for change. As I watch the first purple blooms sway in the breeze, I wonder—will my garden become a neighborhood treasure, or a point of contention? I’d love to hear your stories: have you ever tried replacing your lawn with something unconventional? Did it bring your community together, or spark debate? #lavenderlawn #gardenmemories #traditionvschange #Gardening