- 8:00 AM - 5:00PM
- 12163 Lippincott Blvd. Davison, MI 48423
- Office@DeBuckSodFarm.com
About DeBuck's Sod Farm
A Family Tradition
69
Years Of Experiance
DeBuck Family Sod Farm
Growing Quality Bluegrass Sod Since 1956
DeBuck’s Sod Farm
Who We Are
Leo and Eleanor DeBuck –
A Family Legacy
Leo and Eleanor DeBuck were married in 1943, and started their life together as vegetable farmers in the Mount Clemens, MI area. In 1956, with five children already at home, they were surprised to give birth to twins, Alan and Arlene. Eleanor told Leo he would have to find a way to replace her in the fields. They had just moved into a home that had a large front yard that needed grass. Leo was surprised at the price for bluegrass seed at the local grain elevator, but impressed with how the grass turned out. He harvested that front lawn as his first sod crop and gave the money to Eleanor for Christmas.
From their eight children, the five boys all owned and operated independent sod farms: Marvin in Macomb, MI; Norman in Belleville, MI; Alan in Davison, MI; David in Delavan, WI; and Leonard in Pine Island, NY. Four of those farms have now transitioned to the third-generation as Leo and Eleanor’s grandchildren work to preserve their legacy.
Our mission
Growing Quality Bluegrass Sod Since 1956
Our mission at DeBuck’s Sod Farm, Inc., is to grow quality sod using the best farming practices. We will utilize our resources and technology to provide superior sod and speedy service. Our educated staff is dedicated to listening to and meeting the needs of homeowners, landscapers, and contractors. We strive to grow lasting relationships with our customers, employees, and the community.
Ground Prep
We start prepping our ground for seeding in June and July. This involves tillage, to reduce compaction; leveling, to create a flat, harvestable surface; and debris removal.
Seeding
We use a Brillion seeder and double plant for even coverage, and cultipack to firm the seed bed and help retain moisture.
Harvest
We care for the turf-grass until it is as perfect as Mother Nature allows, and is ready to be harvested as sod. This can take anywhere from 12-18 months from seeding.
DeBuck's Sod Farm Today
Davison, Michigan ~ 3 Generations
Our sod farm in Davison, MI, has been operational since 1966, with Alan taking over the business from Leo in the 1980’s. Alan and his wife Dawn continued growing the business with the DeBuck ethic of hard-work and sacrifice. They raised their three children in the house that Leo and Eleanor built on the sod farm, and their three children have all been involved in the business at different times. Their daughter Diane and her husband Greg now operate the farm together. The pair met while attending Michigan State University; Greg earned a B.S. in Horticulture and Diane earned a B.S. in Crop & Soil Sciences.
Diane and Greg now live in the homestead built by Leo and Eleanor with their three daughters; a good place to watch over the sod farm and raise the next generation of sod farmers. The girls enjoy living on and helping out around the farm. They help clean the fields by picking up sod scraps, rocks or wood, take lots of tractor rides, and keep the area around the office/shop mowed.
