Gardening — native grass

Real Grass vs. Artificial Turf: A Comparison of Benefits and Considerations

Posted by Razy Garcia-Sanchez on

Real Grass vs. Artificial Turf: A Comparison of Benefits and Considerations
Sod and Seed, Inc. dives into the million dollar question, which is better, real grass or artificial turf? The answer can be complex with many things to take into consideration. Join Sod and Seed, Inc. on this deep dive into the pros and cons for both real grass sod and artificial turf or synthetic turf.

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Tall Fescue Sod Grass

Posted by George Bravos on

Tall fescue is a type of grass that is commonly used for lawns, pastures, and sports fields. It is a cool-season grass that is native to Europe, but it has been widely introduced and naturalized in other parts of the world, including North America. Tall fescue is known for its ability to tolerate a wide range of conditions, including drought, heat, and cold, and it is often used in areas with poor or highly variable soil quality. It is a popular choice for sod grass, which is grass that is grown and harvested for use in landscaping. Sod grass is...

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The Best Drought Tolerant Sod for 2022

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The Best Drought Tolerant Sod for 2022
With changes in climate, California has increasing drought tolerant conditions and water conservation is more important than ever. At Sod and Seed, Inc. we work to ensure our sod blends are both drought tolerant and healthy year-round with sod choices that are Water Star and TWCA certified. Read on for more information on sod choices!

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Watering new sod

Posted by George Bravos on

Proper watering is essential for the success of a new sod lawn. Here are some tips for watering your new sod lawn: 1. Water frequently: New sod should be watered frequently to keep the soil moist and help the roots establish. Water the sod every day or every other day for the first two weeks, depending on the weather and soil conditions. 2. Water deeply: It is important to water deeply to encourage the roots of the sod to grow down into the soil. Aim to water the sod for at least 20-30 minutes at a time, or until the...

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Creating A Native Plant Ground Cover Lawn

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Creating A Native Plant Ground Cover Lawn

Native Grass Alternative In 2022 more and more people are looking for grass or sod alternatives. Our demands from customers of Sod and Seed Incorporated have had a huge influx in demand for both plastic and Native options. Since we are a farming company and provide Native grass options along with plastic free sod and grass rolls we felt instead of moving towards the plastic market why not direct all attention towards the harder but more practical field of native plant alternatives for grass. Finding a plant that can mimic a lawns look while being more drought tolerant and healthier for the local ecology...

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