We're redoing our front yard and want to put in a lawn substitute...I'm looking at a thyme because it will put up with full sun and doesn't need a lot of water once established. Also, you can plant it via seed vs. buying plugs which has to be less expensive.

Has anybody used any sort of lawn substitute? Do you like it? Are there any things I need to know about it before giving it a try? Any plant suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks