Canterbury woman wins international world's ugliest lawn award

Tuesday 14 January 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 14 Jan 2025, 7:45pm

Leisa Elliott of Birdlings Flat has been named the winner of a global competition for the world's ugliest lawn. Her unwatered, parched grass beat entries from Australia, Africa, and Europe. Elliott chooses to mow the dry lawn without watering it.

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1. RNZTue 14 Jan 2025, 7:39am

   What makes a lovely lawn anyway? (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsTue 14 Jan 2025, 7:45pm

   International acclaim for 'world's ugliest lawn' in Canterbury (opens in new tab)