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How Irrigation Systems Impact New Sod Success
Sod Tips

How Irrigation Systems Impact New Sod Success

Installing new sod in Florida? Great start. But it’s what happens after sod installation that truly determines your lawn’s success — and a properly designed irrigation system is key. Why irrigation matters: New sod has no root system — it relies entirely on surface moisture to survive the first few weeks. Too little water leads to drying and curling edges. Too much water encourages rot, fungus, and shallow root growth. Tips for success: Use rotating sprinkler heads or drip [...]

Brew City Marketing2025-05-28T19:37:20+00:00June 8, 2025|Sod Tips|

Florida Sod and Hurricane Season – How to Prepare and Recover Your Lawn
Lawn Care Tips, Sod Tips

Florida Sod and Hurricane Season – How to Prepare and Recover Your Lawn

Hurricane season in Florida runs from June to November — and while you’re busy securing your home, your lawn needs protection too. Heavy rain, strong winds, and saltwater intrusion can wreak havoc on even the healthiest sod. Before a storm Cut grass slightly shorter (but not scalped) to reduce disease risk post-rain. Secure lawn furniture or decorations to prevent divots or sod damage. Avoid fertilizing right before a storm, as nutrients may wash away. After the storm: Remove debris [...]

Brew City Marketing2025-05-28T19:33:42+00:00June 1, 2025|Lawn Care Tips, Sod Tips|

How to Know When It’s Time to Replace Your Sod in Florida
Sod Installation

How to Know When It’s Time to Replace Your Sod in Florida

Even the best-kept Florida lawns don’t last forever. With intense sun, heavy rainfall, pests, and wear from foot traffic and pets, sod can deteriorate faster than expected — especially without proper care. So, how do you know when it’s time to rip up your grass and start fresh? Here are key signs your sod may need replacing: Widespread Yellowing or Browning: If your lawn is no longer responding to fertilizer or watering, it may be more than seasonal stress [...]

Brew City Marketing2025-05-28T19:29:47+00:00May 28, 2025|Sod Installation|

Enhancing Curb Appeal: Transform Your Property with Stunning Sod Solutions
Sod Installation

Enhancing Curb Appeal: Transform Your Property with Stunning Sod Solutions

When it comes to real estate, the old phrase rings true, "You never get a second chance to make a first impression." Improving your home's curb appeal and landscaping with sod is an excellent way to enhance its aesthetic charm. A recent study concluded that an attractive lawn and proper landscaping can greatly increase property value. In southwest Florida Sunshine Sod can help work on you beach property with beautiful Zoysia that is salt tolerant or if you have [...]

Brew City Marketing2025-01-20T19:25:03+00:00December 30, 2024|Sod Installation|

Essential Steps for Preparing Your Lawn Before Sod Installation
Sod Tips

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 [...]

Brew City Marketing2024-12-12T15:21:36+00:00December 22, 2024|Sod Tips|

Identifying and Treating Chinch Bugs to Prevent Lawn Damage
Lawn Care 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 [...]

Brew City Marketing2025-05-21T17:10:51+00:00December 17, 2024|Lawn Care Tips|

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

Brew City Marketing2024-12-10T15:53:25+00:00December 14, 2024|Sod Tips|

Identifying Different Types of Sod
Types of Sod

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 [...]

Brew City Marketing2024-12-10T15:47:26+00:00December 10, 2024|Types of Sod|

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

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 [...]

Brew City Marketing2024-12-06T16:21:55+00:00December 4, 2024|Lawn Care Tips|

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

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 [...]

Brew City Marketing2024-12-16T18:35:41+00:00January 4, 2024|Sod Installation|

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