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How To

Preparing for Sod

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Test the Soil

Before buying sod, it is helpful to test the pH and moisture of your soil. This can be done using a moisture meter and a pH tester. Well aerated soil should have a pH between 6 and 7.5.
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Prepare the Soil

Use a rototiller to loosen the soil to a depth of 6 to 8 inches. Depending on the test results of your pH test, this is a great time to till in any fertilizer or lime your soil may need. Once you have finished rototilling the soil, remove any clumps of organic matter, such as old lumps of grass. Then, level the soil to one inch below the surrounding surface, such as paved areas like sidewalks or driveways.
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Final Preparations

Measure the prepared area so you know how much sod you will need to purchase. Keep in mind you may need a few extra pieces to fit around corners. You will want to figure out how much sod you need in square feet. A simple formula to use for this is length (in feet) x width (in feet) = area in square feet.
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Laying the Sod

Laying the Sod

Once you have your sod, start along an edge and lay one whole section of sod down at a time. Lay the sod down end to end, making sure not to leave any gaps. You want the edges to be tight but not to overlap one another. Once you get to the second row, cut a roll of sod in half and stagger it with the previous row. You want to stagger the joints between the sod rolls like you would when laying down bricks.
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Filling in the Edges

As you lay the sod, remember to pat it down so there are not any air pockets. Ensure all the sod is flattened, laying tightly end to end, and that no patches of soil are exposed. If necessary, use smaller pieces of sod to fill any gaps in your lawn. Be careful about laying tiny pieces of sod on the edges of your lawn as they may shrink and die.
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Final Touches

Make sure you remember to cut the sod around any edges or obstacles in the lawn, such as irrigation heads and other protrusions. Fill in the seams with potting soil. Then, use a roller to ensure solid contact between the sod and the soil beneath. Lastly, water your sod until the soil is soaked.
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Maintaining the Sod

Watering

During the first week, water your sod three times a day. Cut back on the watering if mushrooms start sprouting. After that, taper off to only watering the sod twice a week. Depending on the weather, adjust watering as necessary. If it is rainy, water the sod less. If it is hot and dry out, consider watering the sod more often.
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Fertilizer

For best results with your sod, fertilize it once a month after installation. This will help keep your lawn healthy and growing. For fertilizer, use one that follows the soil test recommendations, or a starter fertilizer. This will help replenish any nutrients lost from consistent watering. If you're not sure which fertilizer to use, talk to your local garden center about what fertilizer they recommend.
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Mowing

Until your new sod is firmly established, avoid heavy use such as frequent activity on the new sod or driving heavy machinery over it. For mowing, wait at least a week-and-a-half, or until your sod is 3.5 inches to 4 inches tall before mowing your lawn. That's it! Enjoy your fresh, green grass and a job well done!
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NEED SOD?

For pick up, call ahead and ask if we have sod available or when we can have it cut for your order. For delivery, please call at least 24 hours ahead to schedule the delivery.

Why AAA Turf?

AAA Turf is focused on providing excellent turf grass, grown with skill, and cut fresh for each order to ensure that our customers receive the highest quality turf available.

CONTACT US

Phone: 616-669-7715

Email: info@aaaturf.com

Address: 6041 36th Ave, Hudsonville, MI 49426

 

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