Dymondia is one of our favorite ground cover plants. It never needs mowing, gets by with very little water, can take light foot traffic, and is generally well behaved. We planted it here between pavers along the edge of the pool, after taking out the concrete slab. Softer, greener, and cooler – less Concrete Jungle, now more Urban Oasis.

The Los Angeles Times agrees:  The lowdown on dymondia and three other lawn alternatives.