Is the choice to rip up a lawn, or keep it and be a water hog? No it may not be

California is enduring the most serious drought it has ever faced in its history. But is the choice to rip up your lawn, or keep it and be considered a water hog? The answer may not be clear cut.

We know Californians love their yards. According to a study we conducted recently with Harris Poll, 82 percent of those in the Western U.S. think spending time outside in their yards is important. Researchers also found that 83 percent of Americans think having a yard is important and 90 percent of those with a yard think it is important that it is also well-maintained.

So, for those who being in the...