INSTRUCTIONS FOR NEW SOD
Prepping, Installation, and Watering
A beautiful lawn just doesn't happen but there's a good way to start. With proper prepping of the existing soil. Be sure all of the old grass as well as the roots are completely removed. This can be achieved with a hoe or rake. Smooth out the soil surface with a rake removing any debris. Lightly water, then smooth again. Install new sod within 24 hours of receiving. Water at least an hour a day early in the morning everyday for the first ten days. Please keep in mind that some areas may need more water than others due to sun/shade. Return to normal watering schedule after two weeks.
Fertilization, and mowing may be after 30 days of installation.
Please notify us within 48 hours of installation if you see any problems, or have questions about the sod.
Results
Every successful lawn is a result of properly prepping the area, installing the freshly cut sod within 24 hours, and proper watering to ensure the roots establish. Your new sod must be installed of within the first 24 hours of delivery. Water your newly laid sod one hour a day between 6-7 am, for the first 14 days. Depending on the time of year it may require 30-45 minutes twice a day, once in the early morning, then later in the afternoon. After 14 days you may resume your normal watering schedule. **** If the blades of grass are closing or appear dry then you may need to water twice a day.
Please do not mow for 30 days.
When nurturing your sod during the first 30 days, the results will show like the images below.
Feel free to call the store with any questions you may have. The first two weeks is critical to establish growth.
