Hi there! I’m writing an article on "Drought-Tolerant and Drought-Resistant Grass Alternatives" and would appreciate your professional input. I am looking for a horticulturalist or lawncare expert to answer the following questions: 1. How do you help homeowners visually distinguish between a drought-tolerant grass that has gone dormant versus grass that is actually dying from heat stress? 2. What is the most realistic low-water turf compromise for a yard that still needs to handle heavy foot traffic from kids and dogs? 3. What is a common mistake people make during the crucial 1-2 season establishment phase of a clover or creeping thyme lawn? 4. For transition zones dealing with both scorching summers and freezing winters, what is your top recommendation for a resilient, low-water grass? 5. Beyond saving water, what immediate impact does swapping traditional turf for native plants or ground covers have on local soil compaction and runoff?