Focusing on closeness:
* Close-knit: This emphasizes the tight, interwoven nature of the mixture. "The sward tends to be short, springy, and a close-knit mixture of fine grasses and low-growing herbs."
* Interwoven: This highlights the blending and intertwining of the different elements. "The sward tends to be short, springy, and an interwoven mixture of fine grasses and low-growing herbs."
Focusing on the blend:
* Harmonious: This emphasizes the pleasing and balanced nature of the mixture. "The sward tends to be short, springy, and a harmonious mixture of fine grasses and low-growing herbs."
* Compelling: This emphasizes the attractiveness and complexity of the mixture. "The sward tends to be short, springy, and a compelling mixture of fine grasses and low-growing herbs."
Focusing on the density:
* Dense: This emphasizes the packed and thick nature of the mixture. "The sward tends to be short, springy, and a dense mixture of fine grasses and low-growing herbs."
The best choice depends on the specific effect you want to achieve. Let me know if you have any other questions!