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Seed & Sod: Sod

Northeast Nursery’s quality Bluegrass Sod is grown in New England from the finest bluegrass seed available. We bring in sod Monday through Saturday. Because it is a perishable product the site should be ready to install immediately. We also require a 24 to 72 hour minimum notice for sod orders. Please be sure to order the correct amount, because of it's perishable nature we do not stock on speculation. If you need assistance please contact any of our staff experts for help.

Sod Tips

Measuring and Ordering Sod

1. Multiply the length times the width. This gives you your total square footage to order. Suggestion: Add 5% to the total for irregular shapes.
2. Take delivery on the day you plan to start laying your sod. Install day of delivery. Sod should not remain rolled for more than 1 day.
3. It’s best to have all the preparatory work done prior to delivery day.

Preparing the Soil

1. Rototill or spade the soil to a depth of 4".
2. Remove sticks, stones, roots and other debris.
3. Take soil test samples, which we use to find out nutrient levels.
4. In accordance with soil test, mix lime and starter fertilizer into the top 3-4” of soil.
5. Smooth the soil by raking.
6. Firm the soil by lightly rolling. Fill in any low spots.
7. Water the prepared area to settle soil and provide moist base for the sod.

Laying Your Quality Sod

1. Start at a straight line such as a driveway or walk.
2. Lay out the sod as you would a rug or tiles.
3. Make sure all joints are butted tightly together - without overlapping or spaces between strips of sod.
4. Stagger the joints in each row like rows of bricks.
5. Use a large sharp knife for shaping sod around trees, at flower beds or along borders.
6. Completely soak the sod with at least 1" of water. Start watering 20 minutes after the first strip is laid.
7. Roll the sod to smooth out small bumps and air pockets. This will assure good contact with the soil.
8. After installation, sod must be watered immediately and thereafter at regular intervals
   as required.

Basic Watering/Mowing Calendar

Watering Schedule

1. To gauge watering, simply place an empty can about 6" away from sprinkler.
2. When there is an inch of water in the can, it is time to move the sprinkler to the next area.
3. Reflected heat along buildings dries sod quickly; be sure to water such areas more often.
4. Water often enough to keep sod moist but not wet.

Mowing Schedule

1. Your new living carpet needs mowing 6-7 days after installation.
2. Your basic mowing rule is never removing more than 1/3 of the leaf blade during a single mowing.
3. Mow when grass height reaches 2 1/3"-3".
4. Set your mower at a cutting height of 2"-2.5”.
5. For best appearance, be sure to keep your mower blades sharp.

Traffic Caution

1. Use your new sodded lawn sparingly until good root establishment has taken place, 2-3 weeks.
2. Avoid concentrated play activities, dog traffic or similar rough usage until four weeks have passed.
3. There are no restrictions on visually enjoying your lawn.

Basic Maintenance

1. Once the sod is established reduce frequency of watering. 1/2” of water two times per week OR 1” of water once per week.
2. Established turf needs deep watering to develop a strong root system.
3. To help maintain a healthy lawn, apply fertilizer, weed killers and insect controls as necessary. Please refer to our lawn care program.

There is a $10.00 deposit for pallets. Deposits will be credited upon return.

A drop charge of $45.00 will be applied to all deliveries in the North Shore area.  For deliveries outside that area, call for pricing.

Claims, to be considered, must be made within 24 hours of pickup or delivery. Returns must be accompanied by a receipt.

We guarantee that our sod is in a healthy growing condition at the time of pickup or delivery. ALL SOD needs to be PAID for when it is picked up or pre-paid on delivery even if the customer has a charge account .

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