Often packed in rolls for bigger areas, sods are layers of dirt combined with moisture containing healthy patches of grass. You can place them in a targeted region and watch them grow beautifully. Roots and biodegradable stuff hold the turf together, making it easy to lay out and roll onto the designated space. Sods are laid out commercially and in landscaping to avoid erosion and create aesthetically pleasant lawns. The idea isn’t to solely increase the visual appeal but to help the lawns and sports fields function better.
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Spring
Spring is at the top of our list for how suitable the weather is during this period. The heat is cozy enough for the soil and doesn’t dry out the roots. The moisture is just enough to hydrate and help the layer hold better. With barely-there rainfalls and optimal temperature settings, sods can do more than well. Establishing the foundation of the sod in such weather can help create a durable lawn with a commendable grip.
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Early Fall
Early fall has a similar effect as spring regarding soil culture and requirements. The weather has a remaining apt moisture level in the air and a nice amount of sunlight to help boost it directly. Where the other trees and plants are slowly fading or losing color, sod can breathe and absorb nutrients without it being overwhelming.
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Summer
Summers are very less favored when it comes to sod installation. The extreme heat and lack of moisture make it a bad weather for sods. Not only are the early stages hard, but the later maintenance stages can also become vexing. The air is dry, can be humid in some regions, and the moisture gets ridden with a high temperature. Overall, summers are not recommended for sod installation unless you are ready to give it a lot of water and optimal moisture levels.
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Late Fall
Late fall is a good idea as it comes before winter and still has some leftover warmth from early fall and summer; rains are also scarce so that you can monitor over-saturation or temperature levels. Although spring is the best, the climate during the fall stages is merciful and somewhat nourishing for the sod.
Why Winter isn’t Advised
Winters are pretty dormant states for sods to thrive and grow. The dry and cold air lacks the right temperature and doesn’t contribute to the sod’s growth. Pre-installed sod might survive, but sod installation in winter is a terrible idea because you won’t be able to curate the right atmosphere for it’s growth.
Factors to Consider
There are many factors to consider when installing sod in a space, such as:
- Quality of the sod
- Aptly prepared and cleaned soil
- Irrigation systems
- Climate timing
- Post-installation maintenance
- Local suggestions and climate states
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