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You can now rent sheep to mow your lawn!

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In many French departments, it's now forbidden to mow your lawn between 12 PM and 4 PM, no matter what day of the week. This decision comes with a number of constraints, and in response, a well-known DIY store has decided to take action by offering a rather surprising solution: sheep.

For the past few years, the fight against noise pollution has become extremely important. From the 50 km/h speed limit to prohibiting lawn mowing during certain hours, everything is covered. And while we appreciate the intent, this decision is not to everyone's liking, as the time slots for sprucing up your garden are getting tighter and tighter. Plus, if the yard is large, you'll need to plan at least 3 weeks to achieve the desired result. That's why Leroy Merlin has decided to offer its customers an eco-friendly, quiet, and even cost-effective option. We’ll keep you updated!

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An Extremely Cute Solution

Ingeniously named "Plan Bèèèè," this new initiative is quite simple. The company Leroy Merlin, in partnership with the GreenSheep association, offers you the chance to maintain your garden with the help of sheep and goats from nearby farms, so you won’t have to resort to a lawnmower that makes a huge racket in the neighborhood.

A lawn mowing service that fits into a very particular context, as mowing has been banned during lunch and nap times in no less than 23 departments. But what are the benefits of such a solution? To start with, there's thesilence. Next, the peace of mind, because with these little critters, your lawn will be constantly maintained and you won’t have to worry about your green waste anymore. Let’s not forget about the ecological aspect of the initiative, of course. Finally, according to the organizers, this solution could help you save up to 25% on your mowing (although they don’t provide exact pricing).


Important logistics

If the initiative appeals to you, which we commend you for, you should first know that theAnimal well-being is at the heart of this project, and it’s only possible in a garden larger than 2000 m². You probably guessed we’re not talking about your tiny Paris balcony here! Once the location is determined and the area secured, animals will be housed for a good part of the year, so they can enjoy the natural growth of the grass. A local shepherd will provide regular supervision: care, administrative tasks, connections with the veterinarian, and even the installation of a shelter and a water trough if needed. However, we want to make it clear that if you choose this route, the mowing will inevitably be a bit slower and a bit less regular. But isn’t that nice?