If you think you might want to install a 'real grass' putting green in your backyard, take a look at these comparisons.


Maintenance
   Natural:  Mowing up to 7 times per week, carefully monitored watering, fertilizations, aeration, disease and pest control
   Synthetic:  Removal of debris, twigs, leaves with blower or broom

Equipment
   Natural:  Expensive reel type mower, aerifying machine, sprayers, sprinklers/irrigation
   Synthetic:  Blower or broom

Weather
   Natural:  Adversely effected by heat, sun, droughts, excessive rain, extreme cold and frosts
   Synthetic:  Available for use 24/7

Time to Use
   Natural:  After installation natural turf needs 2 - 6 months of 'grow-in' time
   Synthetic:  Ready to use immediately upon completion