Sod it: Californians turn back to grass lawns as drought shaming ebbs
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The states punishing drought saw neighbors scorned and water-guzzling lawns ripped up. But turf-industry insiders say grass is making a comeback Yumi Wong adores the latest addition to her southern California home: a lush, emerald lawn. It just looks much nicer with all the green. It feels clean and peaceful, she said on Tuesday, padding