You’ve probably heard the saying: “The grass is greener on the other side.“ Although this can sometimes be true, green grass may also not be the easiest to achieve! The fact is, it still has to be watered, weeded, fertilized and mowed, and this kind of lawn maintenance takes time and energy, and can be expensive. Knowing this, you might not be as interested in investing or taking these tasks on. If you’re ready to live a lower-maintenance, grass-free life, here are 9 doable yard ideas that don’t include grass, and won’t necessarily break your bank.