Specially-created 'SLC Turf Trade' grass can save Salt Lake City residents water and money in Utah's drought
SALT LAKE CITY — The grass in the small park on the corner of Concord Street and California Avenue looks and feels just like any other lawn.
Duer worked with Utah State University and the Turfgrass Water Conservation Alliance to create the special blend. In the two weeks since bags of SLC Turf Trade have been on sale, word is spreading quickly. Duer said she's close to running out and plans to order more for fall and spring planting. Salt Lake City Public Utilities customers who want to get some can order online and pick it up at a city facility. Utilities is tracking who's buying it to measure overall water and cost savings.
"In the major population areas, we’re seeing water reductions between 5 and 27%, Which really equates to billions of gallons of water being saved," said Candice Hasenyager, the director of Utah's Division of Water Resources.