Help with new lawn

Got Grass – posted 12 April 2007 19:38

I laid some st augustine last week and wanted to know what is the proper way to water new sod. BTW, I live in Carrollton.

I watered the sod for about an hour after it was laid and for about 30 minutes everyday after. Is this enough? I’ve been reading around and am thinking this is not enough. Thanks in advance for the help!

grasshopper – posted 15 April 2007 06:48

WateringGive your new lawn at least 2 to 3 cm (1 in.) of water within 1/2 hour of installation. Water daily, or more often, keeping turf moist until it is firmly rooted (about 2 weeks). Then less frequent and deeper watering should begin.

Weather conditions will dictate the amount and frequency of watering. Be certain that your new lawn has enough moisture to survive hot, dry, or windy periods. Water areas near buildings more often where reflected heat dries the turf (also see watering tips in our research section).

grasshopper – posted 15 April 2007 07:01

following up to last post..I laid st augustine sod last may..I watered twice a day for the first week or two,it was very dry here at the time..You want to keep it very moist until its starts to get rooted,approx. two weeks..then gradually go to less frequent but deep watering after that..