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Lawns as Luxury
- Lawns, primarily Kentucky bluegrass, are a luxury, consuming vast resources like water and land.
- Despite this, they offer little practical value besides recreation.
Kentucky Bluegrass Origins
- Kentucky bluegrass isn't native to Kentucky, but to Europe and Asia.
- The concept of a "lawn" emerged in the 1500s, initially for livestock grazing.
Lawns as Status Symbols
- Ornamental lawns became status symbols in 18th-century England, showcasing wealth.
- This trend spread to the US, exemplified by Thomas Jefferson's Monticello.