How Do You Put Down Sod Grass?
Put down sod to get the lush green lawn you’ve always wanted. While it’s more expensive than the traditional method of planting grass seed, it’s also much easier in terms of getting the lawn established. As you’re putting a considerable sum into this investment, you’ll want to make sure you put down your sod properly, to ensure that your lawn-growing endeavors succeed. Measure the dimensions of your lawn-to-be. Take the square footage of your property and subtract your house as well as any trees, sidewalks, gardens, or mulched areas (such as a children’s play area). Rid your lawn of old grass and weeds by using herbicide. Till the lawn to tear up old roots from the dead grass and weeds. For larger areas use a gas-powered tiller if possible. Evaluate the quality of your soil. If you have soil composed mostly of sand or clay, lay down several bags of high-quality, rich soil from your local hardware or garden store. Consider edging your lawn with plastic, brick or treated wood and stakes.
