Historians estimate there were about 10 million indigenous people when Europe first made contact with North America. They are still here. About 10 million people in North America are considered to have indigenous ancestry. There are over 500 tribes. People of indigenous descent are treated horribly. They are the targets of racism and discrimination.
Please do as this ancient commercial says and reconsider your views about Columbus Day.
Lawns use a lot of water. Native plants use a lot less water. Many native plants are beautiful flowers. They also help bees, which are endangered and upon whom are agricultural system and ecosystem depend.
Clover lawns also use a lot less water, require much less maintenance, and help bees.