How much does it cost to have the Bermuda sod installed?
Costs vary depending on the size of your yard, but a fairly standard cost for sod installation in Bermuda is between $4 – $6 per square foot. You should also keep in mind that you’ll need to pay more if you need to have soil brought in before installing the lawn.
What is better: planting new grass or installing sod?
Sod installation is the best way to go. Grass roots need a stable, weed-free lawn for at least two months before they will establish themselves enough to grow without assistance from fertilizers or mowing. Grass has roots that can follow as much as 6 feet in order to find moisture and nutrients.
How much water does SOD need after installing it?
If your SOD is installed properly, you don’t need to do anything but enjoy the benefits. In fact, they work quietly in the background without adding any perceptible load on your water system.
How do you install sod?
The process of installing sod will vary slightly depending on the type of sod chosen, but in general, the ground is prepared by removing any grass or weeds growing and leveling out the surface. Next reinforcement materials like straw bales are often added and then sods can be placed with boards to distribute weight and fitted tightly together. After adding more reinforcement material like straw bales, water is applied to ensure good drainage. Sod that has been established for a period may not require as much watering because soil-borne microbes help keep this anaerobic environment moist.
What is a good watering schedule for newly installed sod?
A good general rule of thumb for watering newly installed sod is to water it about 1 inch per week for the first month.
It will be less frequent in the hotter months and more frequent if it’s sprinkling outside on occasion.
So aim for roughly 10-12 inches of total water for those first few months and then scale back as needed when you can see how quickly the new grass needs it after that.
How do you re-sod your lawn?
Roll out sod (you’ll need multiple sizes and shapes), tamping it firmly as you go so a good foundation is created for new roots.
Water daily if possible until re-grass takes hold in up to 1 month’s time or until ground has been frost-free at least 4 months before replanting again in spring or early fall . This will greatly increase the chance of success!
Is it okay to install sod on wet ground?
It is necessary to let the sod dry before installing it, to avoid root rot which can develop if the soil is too wet. It might be a good idea to rinse off any excess algae or fungus because this could cause root rot. To make sure that you are not causing problems with excessive rainwater, you might want to wait until there has been several days of no rain. This will ensure that the ground is dry enough for installation and will prevent any negative effects. Be sure not to install sod in an area that floods often either because waterlogged lawns don’t maintain themselves well and may also result in fungal growth .
How long after it is installed should I fertilize sod?
If you’re going to fertilize sod, then it needs to be done shortly after installation. For optimal results, we recommend fertilizing new sod 60-90 days following installation. Keep in mind that any time mulch is placed on top of the turf, you should wait until at least 3 months before applying fertilizers to avoid burning the roots of your newly installed lawn
