Everything you need to know about sod
93 guides on sod selection, installation, watering, mowing, and seasonal care — written for homeowners by people who deliver sod for a living.
93 guides
Zoysia vs. Bermuda vs. St. Augustine: What Drives the Price
The price difference between sod types isn't one flat markup. Market, pallet size, and installation all move the total more than the grass name does.
When Does Centipede Grass Go Dormant? Brown vs. Dead
Centipede grass turns brown as cold weather sets in and stays dormant through winter. Here's how to tell dormant brown from actually dead.
Orlando Sod Guide: Best Grass Types for Central Florida
Orlando's humid, mild-winter climate favors St. Augustine and Zoysia, with Bahia as a low-maintenance option. Here's what USA Sod offers in the Orlando market.
How Much Does It Cost to Sod 1,000 Square Feet?
A worked example for a 1,000 square foot lawn. See how many pallets that takes, what delivery and installation add, and where the real total comes from.
Best Grass for San Antonio Lawns
San Antonio's heat, drought stretches, and alkaline soil favor Bermuda and Zoysia in full sun and St. Augustine where there's shade. Here's what USA Sod offers in the market and why.
Why Is My Centipede Grass Turning Yellow? Centipede Decline
Yellowing centipede grass is usually tied to soil pH, iron availability, or too much nitrogen, a pattern extension agents call centipede decline.
When Does Zoysia Grass Go Dormant? Brown vs. Dead
Zoysia turns tan to light brown with the first fall frost and stays dormant through winter, per Clemson and NC State Extension. Here is what that means and how to tell dormant from dead.
TifTuf vs. Tifway 419 Bermuda: Which Should You Choose?
TifTuf and Tifway 419 are both University of Georgia bermudagrass varieties, but TifTuf uses 38% less water in UGA testing. Here is how they actually compare.
Which St. Augustine Grass Variety Is Best for Shade?
UF/IFAS rates Floratam's shade tolerance poor, but Palmetto and ProVista St. Augustine rate better. Here is how to pick the right one for your yard.
Best Fertilizer Schedule for St. Augustine Grass, Month by Month
St. Augustine grass needs a handful of well-timed, light nitrogen feedings a year, not constant fertilizing. Here is a month-by-month schedule.
Does USA Sod Guarantee My Lawn After It's Installed?
USA Sod guarantees your sod arrives healthy, fresh and true to variety. Here is what that covers at delivery, and what it does not cover once sod is down.
Can You Cancel a Sod Order and Get a Refund?
Yes, you can cancel a sod order before delivery. Here is the cancellation window, the processing fee, and how the refund comes back to you.
¿Prefiere leer en español? Tenemos 28 guías sobre cómo comprar, recibir e instalar césped.
Ver las guías en español →