When the topic of gardening and landscaping is brought up in conversation, the first things people think of are trees, shrubs, and flowers

 Look at the weeds - an appreciation of the humble but important garden element

When the topic of gardening and landscaping is brought up in conversation, the first things people think of are trees, shrubs, and flowers. People rarely notice something so important and crucial to the beauty of most landscapes - herbs. Humans trample on it, children play on it, and dogs roll on it, but most of the time people ignore these prominent figures in parks and gardens. Imagine what a landscape would be like without weeds - it would be dull, dry, and boring if not quite ugly. Without a weed, the landscape wouldn't usually be complete.

Weeds are very useful not only for their aesthetic qualities but for some practical purposes as well. Grasses are very resilient because they can grow more in almost any type of soil than other types of plants. Weeds don't need much to thrive, just enough water to grow most grasses and make any landscape green. While many people have the idea that weeds are boring, their wide variety makes them interesting components of a landscape because they come in different colors, textures, and heights. Even when the herbs die and dry up, they still have a certain decorative and practical value. Weeds are very important to the environment as they act as a ground cover that can prevent soil erosion and keep a good amount of water for other plants to grow.

There are many types of weeds, each with the distinct characteristics that make them worth planting in different types of landscapes. Here are some of them:

Bermuda grass - This is perhaps the most common type of lawn that is very popular in places where the sun shines most of the time. This type of lawn is ideal for sunny areas as it is highly heat and drought tolerant. This high tolerance makes it an ideal lawn for covering large areas of land. However, Bermuda's toughness also gives it a tendency to "invade" areas inhabited by other plants.

Bluegrass is another popular type of grass that grows well during summer as it is drought-tolerant as Bermuda. This is very common in the north due to its tolerance to cold weather. However, bluegrass can clump if not properly maintained.

Bahiagrass - It is very popular in the southeast parts as it is easy to maintain. Bahiagrass has jagged blades that are resistant to drought and shade as well as saltwater and soil. However, this lawn requires a lot of mowing due to its texture.

Buffalo grass - very similar to blue grace and is also common in the northern parts. This lawn is good for the parts that get little rain. The look is somewhat of a cross between bluegrass and Bermuda. They turn blue-green in summer to brown from a straw during winter.

Kentucky bluegrass - This is the most popular type of lawn in the North, and is sometimes mapped in the South. It has a soft texture and a dark green color and is completely cold-resistant.

Curved lawn - This is a perennial type of lawn with a smooth texture. It is known to form a soft, tightly knit herb. This property makes it an ideal lawn for green golf courses.

There are many other types of lawns, each of which is grown for suitable areas and weather conditions. There are many books and magazines on landscaping that are all about herbs. There are also many resources online on this topic.

Herbs are important parts of any landscape. It adds life to any boring plot of land as it provides a feeling of warmth and comfort.