Lawn Removal 101 and Applying for the Turf Rebate with Sophie Pennes

The time to remove your lawn is now! Choosing a native plant garden conserves water and promotes biodiversity.

Join Sophie Pennes of Urban Farms LA as she guides you through the basics of lawn removal. Learn about preparing your site, mulching + irrigation, and leave feeling empowered to apply for the LADWP Turf Rebate. The presentation includes how to successfully incorporate native plants and time for in-depth Q&A. Watch Sophie's video above, and join us in-person to get your questions answered!

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Sophie Pennes is the founder of Urban Farms LA, an edible and native gardening service that designs, builds & maintains landscapes for businesses and homes in LA County. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Sophie graduated from Chapman University with a degree in environmental science and communication, and then completed a post-grad certificate program at UCLA studying horticulture. Her passions include environmental education, re-wilding cities, combating habitat loss and species extinction and creating beautiful spaces for humans to connect with nature.

Image: Sophie Pennes courtesy of Urban Farms LA

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