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Sod Care in Michigan

DeBuck’s Sod Farm
Growing Quality Bluegrass Sod Since 1956

Preparation for Sod Installation

Proper soil preparation is the key to the success of your lawn, regardless if you plan to sod or seed. Money spent at this stage will yield years of trouble-free low-cost maintenance. The goal is to provide a base in which grass roots can vigorously establish and grow.

Installation of Sod

Sod is a living, breathing plant community and cannot survive long under the stress of transplanting. Sod should be installed as soon as possible for best results. In extremely hot weather sod needs to be installed immediately. In cooler temperatures sod should be installed within 24 hours.
 

Sod Maintenance

Watering
Established sod/grass should receive 1″-1 1/2″ of water per week. Weather conditions can affect the moisture available to the turf and watering amounts and frequency should be adjusted accordingly.
Mowing after Sod installation
The following schedule will ensure sod stays healthy:
Sod Fertilization

Fine Fescue Maintenance

Preparation and Installation
The preparation and installation care for DeBuck’s Fine Fescue Sod is the same as for our Quality Bluegrass Blend Sod. Please note the special maintenance care below:
Watering
Established fine fescue mix only needs water during extreme drought conditions. Over-watering can lead to fungal diseases such as leaf-spot.
Mowing
Fertilization
Excess fertilizer can lead to disease in fine fescue mix. Only apply a maximum of 1 pound of Nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft; typically, in Mid-September. Do not fertilize during the heat of summer.
Overseeding

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