Artificial grass is growing in popularity as an alternative to natural grass due to water conservation benefits. Synthetic grass requires no mowing, watering, or other maintenance making it ideal for locations where natural grass is difficult to maintain like gardens or sports fields. While fake grass may not look exactly the same as real grass, modern artificial lawns have a very realistic look and feel upon close examination. Artificial lawns can be used residentially, especially for homeowners who don't have time for lawn care, and allow for rainwater drainage and flexibility to move the lawn. As synthetic grass improves in quality, its use will likely continue to increase for both residential and commercial applications where the benefits outweigh the costs.