What Is Sod?
Thinking about real grass instead of artificial turf? Here’s a quick, no-fluff walkthrough from our latest install and how to set your lawn up to thrive.
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What is sod?
Sod is mature turf that’s been grown on a farm, cut into rolls, and delivered with a layer of soil and roots attached. When you unroll it, those tiny root “hairs” quickly grab onto your native soil and begin establishing.
Project snapshot
- Scope: 1,500 sq. ft. of fresh sod
- Prep: Removed the old, weed-ridden, thinning turf and hauled it away
- Installed: Bermuda Mid-Iron hybrid sod
Why we skipped overseeding this time
In about two weeks, farms start offering overseeded sod for the season. We intentionally did not install overseeded sod here. Why? Because we want the Bermuda roots to punch deep first. Adding winter rye the first year competes for water and light.
Pro tip: Skip overseeding the first season to let Bermuda fully root. After that, consider overseeding every other year to give Bermuda a periodic break and keep the base lawn healthier long-term.
Quick after-care tips
- Watering: Keep the sod and topsoil consistently moist for the first 10–14 days (shallow, frequent cycles work best at first).
- Traffic: Minimize foot traffic until roots knit (typically ~2 weeks).
- Mowing: First mow when the grass is firmly rooted and dry; never remove more than 1/3 of the blade height.
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Sod FAQs
Should I overseed new sod the first year?
We don’t recommend it. Let Bermuda establish deep roots first, then consider overseeding in future seasons (often every other year).
How long until the sod is rooted?
Lightly rooted in ~7–10 days with proper watering; more secure by ~2–3 weeks. Full establishment continues for several months.
What type of sod was installed here?
Bermuda Mid-Iron hybrid — a durable warm-season grass that thrives in Arizona sun and heat.
