Does your lawn need a facelift? Installing new Tucson sod is one of the quickest and easiest ways to spruce up your backyard, and as a bonus, a new lawn also adds value to your property. If you want a lawn that will look good for several years to come, it’s important that you install your Tucson sod correctly. Preparing your lawn for the new sod is where most people make mistakes. Here’s how to properly prepare for your new Tucson sod lawn:

1. Apply a weed and grass killer to the old lawn.

Make sure to use a pump sprayer to apply the product on your lawn. It’s also best to use a powerful, commercial grade product to ensure you kill all of the existing weeds. If you have pets or kids you will want to keep them away from the area while you are spraying and for a day or two afterwards.

2. Let it set for 7-10 days.

If you have a serious weed infestation, you may want to repeat this step to be sure you get rid of everything before installing your new sod lawn.

3. Use a sod cutter to cut out your old lawn.

You can rent a sod cutter from your local home improvement warehouse if you don’t own one.

4. Till the area to loosen the soil and get rid of any lingering roots.

5. Rake out thoroughly.

6. Add new soil to the area.

7. Blend the new soil in with the existing soil using a rototiller.

8. Slope for drainage if needed and check your irrigation system.

There’s nothing worse than installing a brand new lawn and then discovering that it’s not draining properly. This can lead to unsightly water pockets that form between the soil and the layer of sod.

9. Measure the total area and get your Tucson sod order ready.

10. Select the best type of Tucson sod for your landscape and place your order.

11. Install the sod with a sod roller.

It’s important to install the sod the same day it arrives as it is a perishable, living product that needs to be planted right away for the best results.

12. Water thoroughly for the first week, but do not water at night.

Watering at night stimulates fungus and disease, and no one has time for that! So do yourself a favor and water during the daytime only.

13. Do not cut the new sod for at least three weeks.

14. Enjoy!

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Are you a sports field or golf course manager? Trying to find the right grass solutions for your field or gold course can be challenging! Here are some tips to keep in mind when choosing your Arizona sod.

Consider the layout. A soccer field is going to be much different than a golf course, so it’s important that you consider the layout of your professional field when choosing the type of sod that’s right for your business.

Analyze the surrounding area. Is your sports complex right next to a mountain range or lake? The surrounding area will help you determine things like soil and air quality. The more you know, the better chances you have at maintaining a beautiful golf course or sports field.

Consider the climate. Will your field be in the shade for much of the day? Does your town ever see snow, such as Flagstaff or Sedona? Climate plays a big role in determining the right type of sod for your professional installation.

Determine how much wear and tear it will get. Football fields have considerably more wear and tear than other types of professional fields. There are certain types of sod that hold up well even with lots of wear and tear, so factoring in this element will help you in your decision. For example, Celebration Bermuda Grass is a good option for use in a high-traffic area, because of its excellent wear tolerance. Known as a nearly indestructible grass, it is a popular choice for residential lawns, sports fields, golf courses and parks.

A landscape professional can guide you through the decision-making process to find the right solutions and sod products for you when you are ready to take your lawn, sports field or golf course from patchy and sparse to lush and healthy.

Evergreen Turf has years of experience in installing Arizona sod for professional fields and courses. They have installed sod for many golf courses in the state. The best types of Arizona sod for golf courses include ultra-dwarf bermudagrasses, Tifdwarf, Bentgrass, and Tif Eagle. Evergreen Turf’s expert staff tailor the method of planting to each golf course’s turf selection. Evergreen Turf also takes care of all site preparation and design for each professional project.

One of the most famous projects of Evergreen Turf is The University of Phoenix Stadium. The stadium uses Tifway-419, a Bermuda hybrid. It was planted by using stolons, or plugs, that provide the best long-term field conditions.

Here are the top reasons to choose Evergreen Turf for your landscape:

• Arizona’s premium provider with proven experience
• State-of-the-art technology
• New installs, renovation, or custom grown sod, Evergreen Turf offers turnkey solutions

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August is national golf month! A full month dedicated to golf. Dedicated to the people who love the sport, to the athletes that compete in tournaments, to the designers who create all of the beautiful golf courses around the world, and to the professionals who grow and maintain the miles of amazing golf course sod, the foundation of this glorious sport.

Arizona is known for its world-famous golf courses. In fact, there are over 350 golf courses in Arizona and more than 250 of them are in Phoenix. The Phoenix Open draws huge crowds from around the world and is one of PGA Tour’s top events each year. While watching or playing the sport, many have often wondered what sets Arizona golf course sod apart from your typical backyard grass.

For greens installations in Arizona, the best types of sod to use are ultra-dwarf bermudagrasses, Tifdwarf, and Tif Eagle.

Best Types of Sod for Use in Arizona

Ultra-dwarf bermudagrasses are some of the newest greens grass to be introduced in the United States. MiniVerde is a true ultra-dwarf bermudagrass for use on high quality putting greens. The top performer in a two year study by the USGA, it has an extremely dark green color, extremely fine texture, and is for use on high quality golf greens only.

Tifdwarf was originally developed for golf course greens to provide a higher quality-putting surface than Tifgreen. It has a finer texture and darker color than Tifgreen and makes an excellent putting green surface. While it can be used on residential lawns, Tifdwarf must be mowed with a finely adjusted reel mower or greens mower.

TifEagle is the third generation of bermudagrass varieties developed exclusively for golf greens at the Coastal Plains Experiment Station in Tifton GA. Just as Tifdwarf replaced Tifgreen 328 as the standard for putting greens over the last three decades, TifEagle promises to set an even higher standard for the 21st century. Used on more golf courses than any other ultradwarf, TifEagle is the standard that all other greens are measured by.

You can see these types of Arizona sod on several golf courses around the state. In fact, Evergreen Turf, Arizona’s premier sod producer, has worked on many golf courses in the state using these types of sod, including:

• The Country Club at DC Ranch
• Laughlin Ranch Golf Club
• The Quarry Pines Golf Club
• The Arizona Grand Golf Course
• Vistal Golf Club
• The Phoenician Golf Course

No two golf projects are exactly the same. Each course has its own set of demands and conditions. Evergreen Turf has years of experience in installing Arizona golf course sod, with special expertise in planting, turf selection, site preparation, and design. For fairway installations, Evergreen Turf offers Hydrosprigging, mechanical planting, and feature sodding as well as Fairway conversion. These are just a few examples why Evergreen Turf has become the preferred choice for golf renovation and construction projects.