Austin Turf Grass
Austin’s Leading Sod Retailer
Welcome to Austin Turf Grass, Austin’s most reliable sod retailer since 1986! We offer high‑quality warm season turfgrass for homes, sports fields, and golf courses.
About Us
Austin Turf Grass- Austin’s Leading Sod Retailer
Welcome to Austin Turf Grass, Austin’s most reliable sod retailer since 1986! With almost 40 years of experience in the industry, our family-owned and operated business takes pride in offering the highest quality sod for your landscaping needs. Based right here in Austin, Texas, we are dedicated to providing exceptional service and expertise, ensuring you get the perfect turf for your lawn. We specialize in providing and installing premium warm season turf grasses used in home and commercial landscapes, sports fields, and golf courses. Whatever your sod needs, we can help you!
Sod Selector
When selecting which grasses to provide our customers, we carefully considered the grass’s ability to withstand conditions such as drought, shade, traffic, and other temperature extremes in our region. We provide the following varieties:
Care 101
Caring for newly planted sod is crucial to establishing a healthy, lush lawn. Here is a guide to ensure your area is prepped properly and your new sod thrives.
Soil Preparation
- Kill Existing Vegetation – It is best to kill what is currently growing in your space to reduce competition with new grass. Use a weed killer that kills the entire plant (including roots). Wait a few days to move to the next step!
- Till Soil with a Shovel or Rototiller- Break up soil to reduce soil compaction and make it easier for new sod to root into the soil. Loose soil also holds moisture better.
- Ensure Proper Drainage- This will help prevent issues with waterlogging which is vital to support healthy root development.
- Rake Smooth and Remove Debris – Using a metal rake – rake the dirt to reduce lumps and holes. Whatever grade you want your grass, create in this step! Amend the soil by adding top soil if needed. We recommend a sandy loam and 2-3 inches of loose soil.
Laying the Sod
- We recommend you lay sod as soon as you receive the grass as it is a perishable product! Work in a pattern that allows you to avoid stepping on the newly laid sod.
Watering
- In the First Two Weeks: Water the sod thoroughly immediately after installation. Keep the sod and soil consistently moist (not soggy) for the first two weeks.
Mowing
- Wait until the sod has grown about 3 inches in height and the roots are well established. This is usually about 3-4 weeks after install.
Fertilizing
- Avoid fertilizing immediately after installation. Wait about 4-6 weeks before applying a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to promote healthy root growth.
Traffic
- Minimize foot traffic on the new sod to prevent soil compaction and allow the grass to establish well.
Brown Spots
- These can occur due to improper watering and poor soil contact. Ensure proper watering and check for compaction or drainage issues.
Edge and Weed Control
- Keep edges clean and manage weeds promptly to reduce competition and help the sod establish quickly.
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When can you plant new sod?
You can plant year round!
How much area does a pallet of sod cover?
A pallet of sod covers 450 square feet.
How many pieces are on a pallet of sod?
A pallet of grass has roughly 165-168 pieces of sod measuring 16X24 inches in size.
Yes! We sell Tif419 Bermuda by the piece, half pallet, and full pallet. Raleigh St. Augustine is sold by the ½ pallet and full pallet.
(Celebration Bermuda and Palisades Zoysia are specialty grasses and sold only by the full pallet.)