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Laying It Down For Over 40 YearsHow much H20 does your new sod need.
Watering new sod is not about just getting the grass blades wet. It is what’s underneath that really counts. When you install new sod, all that you’ve really done is laid down a green rug on top of the ground. The idea now is for that rug to send down roots and...
Happy Thanksgiving 2021
Thank you for being our valued customers. We are grateful for the pleasure of serving you and meeting your roofing needs. We wish you a lovely Thanksgiving and a joyous holiday season. Call 407-892-3400 to speak to a sod professional about your specific sod needs. For...
Starting your new lawn with sod.
Start by clearing any debris from the site and leveling the soil. When your sod is delivered, check to see that it’s healthy and problem free. Lay your sod within twenty-four hours of delivery, and lightly irrigate the soil just before you begin. Fit the squares...
When is the best time to irrigate your lawn?
Sodded lawns should be irrigated during the early morning hours that coincide with the dew falling (usually from 4:30 a.m. until 8 a.m. with these times being adjusted with daylight savings time.) This helps to minimize evaporation, promote conservation and reduce the...
What you need to look for when getting new sod.
New sod is susceptible to insect infestation and fungus diseases and must be treated within 5 days after sod is installed. Recommended fungicides are Pro-Star or Heritage and recommended insecticides are liquid Sevin or Arena. New sod is very susceptible to...
Why is Captiva Saint Augustine grass?
Captiva St. Augustine Sod Grass A reduced input St. Augustine, Captiva’s pest resistance minimizes the need for chemical inputs and their low growth habit reduces mowing frequency. Resistant to all chinch bug varieties found in the State of Florida Lush, dark green...
VETERANS DAY 2021
On this day, take a moment to offer thanks to the extraordinary men and women who have protected the nation throughout history. Call 407-892-3400 to speak to a sod professional about your specific sod needs. For complete sod installations or re-sodding in a...
What is Argentine Bahia grass?
Argentine Bahia Bahia is a popular low-maintenance lawn grass for infertile soils. The primary uses for Bahia are residential and commercial lawns and erosion control. Bahia Characteristics: Dark green color Coarse texture blades with seed heads (May to November)...
What is St. Augustine Floratam grass?
Like other Florida turf types, Floratam is a vigorous, coarse textured St. Augustine grass variety. Stolons of Floratam are large, purplish-red in color with internodes averaging 3 inches in length. Leaf blades are wider and longer than common St. Augustine grass....