A new lawn on properly graded, prepared soil, laid tight and watered in so it roots quickly and stays level.
Sod gives you a finished lawn in a day, but it is only as good as the ground under it. At Peters’ Patio and Landscape, we install sod and seed lawns for homeowners in Rochester and southern Minnesota, usually after a new patio, wall or grading project.
Before sod goes down we grade the area so water runs away from the house, remove debris, add topsoil where needed and rake it smooth. Then the sod is laid with tight seams and staggered joints and rolled so the roots make contact with the soil.
Grass seeding costs less and is a good choice for large areas or when there is time for it to establish. Sod is the better choice on slopes, in high-traffic areas, and when you want a usable lawn right away.
Watering is the most important part of the first few weeks. Our post on the ideal watering schedule for new sod explains how much and how often.
We look at the area, the grade and the soil, and recommend sod or seed. Spring and early fall are the best times, but sod can go in most of the growing season if it is watered well.
Sod is often the last step of a backyard landscaping or renovation project.
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Are you looking to renovate your property but are not sure what to add? View our gallery to see the many attractive landscapes and outdoor living areas we have previously designed and built.
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