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Essential Steps for Preparing Your Lawn Before Sod Installation

When we receive a call at Sunshine Sod in Florida, many clients ask how the pros prepare the area before sod installation.  Depending on what type of sod you are installing, the budget you may have or the timeline, there are simple strategies to implement or high-end options you can try to ensure success for your sod investment. Preparing the soil before installing sod is crucial to ensure its healthy establishment and long-term success.   Most soils are very similar [...]

2024-12-12T15:21:36+00:00December 22, 2024|Sod Tips|

Identifying and Treating Chinch Bugs to Prevent Lawn Damage

Chinch bugs are a common lawn pest in Florida, particularly affecting St Augustine Floratam, which is widely used for lawns in the state. These pests are tiny, about 1/8 to 1/6 inch long, and cause significant damage by sucking the sap from grass blades and injecting toxins, leading to yellow or brown patches on lawns.  While no sod is entirely chinch bug resistant, there are types such as Citrablue, Palmetto and Cobalt that will hold up better over time [...]

2024-12-12T15:18:19+00:00December 17, 2024|Lawn Care Tips|

Pet-Friendly Landscaping Solutions: Choosing the Right Sod for Your Backyard

Clients frequently call to ask which options are the best for backyard areas that have been damaged by their dogs or other pets. While no landscape will be totally immune to constant wear and tear from digging and urine issues, there are some choices that can last longer than others. Things to consider are: 1. St. Augustine Grass Pros: Thrives in Florida's warm climate and sandy soil. Good wear tolerance and recovers quickly from damage. Dense growth that resists [...]

2024-12-10T15:53:25+00:00December 14, 2024|Sod Tips|

Identifying Different Types of Sod

If you are newer to Florida, sometimes identifying the sod types in your yard can be difficult. Most homes during the building stages were done with Bahia or St Augustine Floratam. Matching the type you already have in your neighborhood or lawn is essential. Below are some observations to make to know what type you may have. Or give us a call in Naples, Bonita Springs, Ft Myers, Cape Coral, Sarasota, Bradenton or anywhere between at Sunshine Sod, and [...]

2024-12-10T15:47:26+00:00December 10, 2024|Types of Sod|

Essential Lawn Care Tips for Florida Summers: Maintaining Your New Sod Installation

Upkeep in the hot summer months for Florida.  Here are some steps to keep your lawn healthy after a new sod installation from Sunshine Sod. Most important are the watering phases. Whether you choose Bahia, St Augustine, Zoysia or Bermuda, the first few weeks are critical for the roots to take and adjust to their new environment. Throughout Naples, Ft Myers, Cape Coral and up to Sarasota and St Petersburg, the Florida routine for maintaining your sod is very [...]

2024-12-06T16:21:55+00:00December 4, 2024|Lawn Care Tips|

Deciding Between Sod and Seeding: Which is Right for Your Florida Lawn?

Frequently we get calls at Sunshine Sod when our clients in Florida are trying to decide on seeding certain areas vs installing fresh sod pallets. It basically comes down to a few basic things to consider, like costs, time, desired results and maintenance. Here's a comparison to help you decide: Sod pallets What It Is: In Florida, sod is usually sold in rectangles stacked on 400sqft-500sqft pallets. Advantages: Instant Results: Provides an immediate green lawn. Erosion Control: Prevents soil [...]

2024-12-16T18:35:41+00:00January 4, 2024|Sod Installation|
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