How Regularly Do You Water New Sod?
Laying sod is a great way to create a lawn in a short time. It's more expensive than planting grass seed, but the only care it needs is the initial season of watering. Does this Spark an idea?
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Immediate Care
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As soon as the sod is laid, begin watering it. Water twice a day for 15 to 20 minutes. Continue this for the first week.
After the First Week
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After the first week, you'll want to begin watering your sod once per day for 15 to 20 minutes. Continue this schedule for two to three weeks. Obviously, rain will reduce your need to water. Adjust your watering schedule accordingly whenever it rains.
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Importance of Watering
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The most important aspect of watering new sod is to avoid having it dry out. It should not be allowed to dry out until the roots from the sod are firmly planted in the ground beneath it.
Best Time to Water
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The ideal time to water is late at night, between the hours of 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. Night-time watering allows the sod to use the water more efficiently with less evaporation. If night time doesn't suit your schedule, water at dusk or dawn.
Follow Up Care
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Once the sod is rooted, you can reduce the watering schedule to twice per week for 30 minutes, followed by a weekly watering for 45 minutes. Continue this for the first summer.
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