What Type of Sod Should You Use?

What Type of Sod Should You Use?

If you want to establish a new lawn on your property, sod is the way to go! Sod is pre-grown grass that will give you an instantly beautiful lawn once it's installed. However, you'll want to make sure that you choose the right type of sod. The best type to use is a fescue and Kentucky bluegrass mix. This type of sod is ideal for new lawns in Illinois because both are cool-season types that thrive in our area and are resilient, beautiful grass. After your sod has been installed, you'll need to follow a strict watering schedule to ensure it takes root in your soil. You should also stay off your lawn for about 2-3 weeks after it has been installed to allow it to establish its roots in the soil. To ensure your sod is installed correctly, you should hire professionals to do it for you.

What type of sod should you use for establishing a new lawn?

When it comes to choosing the type of sod to use for establishing a new lawn, a fescue and Kentucky bluegrass mix is the way to go. This type of sod is ideal for properties in Illinois because they're both cool-season types, so they'll thrive in the weather conditions of our area. Here's a breakdown of some of the qualities of these grasses:

• Fescue grass is known for establishing deep roots, making it durable and drought-resistant. It also has excellent shade tolerance, is relatively low-maintenance, and boasts a beautiful green color.
• Kentucky bluegrass has an appealing blue-green color and creates a dense, thick lawn. It can also withstand wear and tear, has excellent cold tolerance, and self-repairs.

How should you care for your sod after it has been installed?

After your sod has been installed, you'll need to take steps to ensure it successfully establishes roots in the soil. To do this, it's crucial to follow a strict watering schedule to provide the water it needs. For the first 2 weeks, watering lightly but frequently, about 2-4 times a day, is ideal to keep it moist. For weeks 2-4, you can reduce the frequency of watering, but do so more deeply per session to encourage the roots to grow deep into the soil. After a month, you can return to your normal watering schedule.

In addition to keeping it watered, you should also stay off the sod and avoid mowing for about 2-3 weeks after it has been installed, as it's still fragile and needs time to establish without additional stress. That way, it becomes as strong as it is beautiful!

Hire professionals to install your sod to ensure it's done correctly.

Installing sod is a big job, and it needs to be done correctly in order to yield the best results. That's why you should hire professionals to install the sod for you. Not only do they use high-quality sod, but you can also rest easy knowing that they will take all of the necessary steps to ensure your sod is installed carefully and correctly. From thoroughly prepping the area to meticulously laying each piece so there are no seams, everything will be done right the first time. They will also be able to give you tips on how to care for your sod after it has been installed to set it up for lasting success.

Schedule Our Sod Installation Service by Contacting Us Today

If you want to establish a new lawn via sod, we are the team to turn to. At Creekside Landscapes, we offer a sod installation service that involves using sod with a mix of fescue and Kentucky bluegrass to give you a beautiful, green lawn in no time. We will also follow a strict process when installing your sod to ensure it's done correctly.

We offer our sod installation service to commercial and residential property owners, as well as HOAs, in Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Bethalto, IL, and throughout the surrounding areas. Schedule this service today by contacting us at (618) 374-0010!