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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]There are a huge number of native grasses that would thrive in the conditions you describe. Not only are they good for wildlife, they're also low maintenance. Native grasses tend to have deep roots and stabilize slopes more effectively than lawn grasses, and because they have long roots don't need as much water. They also tend to not need regular mowing.

https://mtcubacenter.org/trials/carex-for-the-mid-atlantic-region/

Your initial costs might be higher (you can find plugs, usually), but long-term, they are much lower maintenance.[/quote]

Thanks! These are the kind of grasses that I see planted in clumps in flowers beds everywhere, right? I'm not opposed to that, but kids do like to kick a soccer ball around which might be challenging if we go that route.[/quote]

The clumping grass like things you see everywhere is Liriope. Not the same thing. If you read through the link posted, several are mentioned as lawn substitutes. I believe they also evaluated  how well they hold up to foot traffic.

Regardless of what you plant, the kids have to stay off it for a few months while it gets established. You may need to tackle it in portions so there is a space for kids but also one where the plants are left alone to get established. [/quote]

Thank you for the extra information, I really appreciate it![/quote]

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