How much sod do I need?
A. Zander Sod is sold by the 9 square foot roll or 1
square yard. Measure your lawn area (length x
width = sq. ft., divide by 9 = sq. yards) to determine
the amount of sod you will need. Example: 12' x
30' = 360 ft. 360 / 9 = 40 square yards of sod or 40
rolls.Call Zander Sod 1-877-727-2100 if your require
assistance with measuring for your project.
How do I prepare for sod?
Step 1: Prepare the area to be sodded by working and
loosening the top 10-15 cm of soil. Remove any debris
and lumps. Analyze soil for consistency. Soil
additives/amendments, such as peat moss can be obtained
from your local garden centre. Be sure that the grade
has water running away from the buildings, toward
ditches. If additional soil is needed, order a shredded
sandy-loam from your local supplier.
Hint: Lightly rolling the area will clearly show the
grade (any depressions) and allow any corrections.
Step 2: Apply a high phosphorous, slow release
fertilizer, such as 10-20-5 at 4kg per 100 square metre
to ensure optimum fertility for the root zone.
Step 3: Rake in fertilizer to a depth of 5-10cm.
How do I install it?
Step 5: Water prepared area lightly to settle soil
and provide a moist base for turf. This will also cool
the soil reducing stress on the roots of the fresh sod,
(most important during hot summer days.)
Step 6: Install turf immediate after delivery. IT IS
ESSENTIAL THAT ALL THE SOD BE UNROLLED WITHIN 24 HOUR S OF
HARVEST. Have sufficient watering equipment available
and ready.
Step 7: Begin unrolling turf along the longest
straight line, such a driveway, butting all joints
tightly together without overlapping. Raking ahead may
be necessary to remove tractor and foot marks. Next
continue to lay sod along perimeter of either end. Then
lay sod in brick work fashion. As you complete one area,
start watering immediately (within 15 minutes.) This
will minimize the stress on the thousands of turfgrass
plants. Apply at least 2-3 cm (1 inch) of water using a
sprinkler for even distribution (enough that when a
corner of an installed roll is lifted moisture has
soaked through the roots and is being absorbed by the
topsoil.)
HINT: Edges along asphalt and concrete, as well as
areas on top of embankments and mounds, will require
more water.
Step 8: After installing the turf, roll the entire
area to improve turf/soil contact and to remove air
pockets.
Step 9: Enjoy your new ZANDER SOD.
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