Monitor the new sod closely and treat any sign of sod web worms immediately with insecticide. Applying insecticide to new sod will not stress it. DISEASE CONTROL. Disease is most common in new sod that is laid during cool weather. What do you spray on new sod?
How soon can you treat new sod for bugs?
After the old grass dies and is removed, apply a second application of insecticide and wait a few days more before installing the new sod. If you prefer to apply insecticide after the lawn is installed, wait until the roots start to establish, about 4 to 5 weeks after installation before spraying the chemicals.
What do you spray on new sod?
Consider a selective post-emergent herbicide in a spray bottle or tank sprayer with a controllable stream; this way, you can easily spot-treat the weeds in your new sod. Pre-emergent herbicides prevent weeds from growing, but if you lay sod in spring or fall it may be too late to use this kind of herbicide.
Can I put grub control on new sod?
If more than five grubs per square foot are found, it is reasonable to ask your sod supplier to apply an insecticide to the new sod. This should reduce the grub density enough to prevent turf injury. Irrigated or frequently watered lawns are less likely to be injured by grubs.
How do you treat brand new sod?
New sod installed over sandy loam will need to be watered at least seven times daily. Each watering should only consist of enough water to wet the roots. New sod is not able to soak up much water at once, and too much water will cause root rot. You never want soggy soil under your new sod.
Should new sod be fertilized?
Should I fertilize new sod? Absolutely! New lawns thrive with the application of quality fertilizer, which works to help create and maintain a sustainable root system that will keep your yard lush for years to come.
How soon can you spray weeds in new sod?
Because new sod is very vulnerable, allow 3 weeks for your sod to establish itself before using any weed killer sprays. Avoid spraying weed killers until the sod is at least 3 weeks old. Spot-treat weeds with post-emergent weed killers, like Roundup.
When should I apply insecticide to my lawn?
Late June to early August is the best time to apply a preventive insecticide. Several insecticides are available to commercial applicators for prevention of white grubs.
Can I use Triazicide on new grass?
Answer: Spectracide Triazicide Once & Done Insect Killer Concentrate can be applied at the same time as new seed as long as it is applied during cooler times of day (when temps are below 80).
Can you put too much insecticide on lawn?
For example, if you were spraying outdoor pests on your lawn and ornamentals, going over the recommended dosage may potentially damage your turfgrass and plants or any beneficial insects that you may have present in your yard.
Can you overwater new sod?
New sod does need to be watered more often than established grass to ensure that it will take root, but it is possible to put too much water on the sod. Too much water on your sod could make it soggy, which prevents it from establishing a strong root system.
How can I make my sod root faster?
Irrigating the turf with plenty of water every other day encourages the sod to send out deeper roots tasked with locating moisture. After the initial installation is completed, the turf won't be ready for outdoor activities—not for a few weeks at least.
How long should you stay off new sod?
The general recommendation is to wait two weeks – but the number of days you wait is really dependent on determining that the lawn has, indeed, taken root. If this seems like a long time to wait, keep in mind you'd have to wait three to four times as long if you'd used seed instead of sod!
How long does it take for sod to take root?
It takes about two weeks for shallow roots to form and six weeks for deep root growth. As long as you prepare and care for your sod properly, it will look gorgeous and green this entire time.
Is Miracle Gro good for new sod?
Yes, Miracle-Gro is effective and safe for grasses. In fact, the Miracle-Gro company engineered products specifically for lawn care applications.
Can you water new sod too much?
New sod does need to be watered more often than established grass to ensure that it will take root, but it is possible to put too much water on the sod. Too much water on your sod could make it soggy, which prevents it from establishing a strong root system.
Why does my new sod have brown patches?
Typically, brown spots are caused by a lack of watering. New sod is especially prone to drying out because of its shallow root system. Brown spots occur when sod dries out and experiences drought shock. Sod will go into dormancy to combat the lack of water it's experiencing.
How long does it take to care for a turf grass pallet?
Proper care, including pre-installation soil preparation and limiting time on the pallet to less than 24 hours yields positive results. Improper care, however, can cause death of the turfgrass or damage that may result in lengthy recovery and additional expense.
How long does it take to mow new sod?
New installations are often uneven and care should be taken not to scalp high spots. Mow new grass once sod is rooted, usually after about 3 weeks. Bag clippings only if grass is clumping and shading new grass.
Is it stressful to transplant grass in Florida?
Harvesting and transplantation is extremely stressful to any grass and precautionary measures should be taken to help reduce further cultural and environmental stresses especially in central Florida. Turfgrass can give you years of enjoyment.
Can sod be stressed?
As with any growing plant that’s been transplanted, sod cut out of the field and laid in your yard will experience stress. When stressed sod is more susceptible to fungus. During this time you are also going to be giving your sod more water than it is used to.
Is it good to put in new sod?
Putting in a new lawn is an investment in your home and can increase its value and provide immediate curb-appeal. To maintain your investment we always recommend hiring a lawn care professional to maintain your yard once you install new sod. In addition, we have some guidelines to review for a happy and healthy lawn.
How much should I water new sod?
Consistent watering is the key to ensuring new sod is able to grow strong roots. If sod is applied during the summer, it should be watered throughout the day in order to prevent shrinking and drying. Your lawn should be watered enough to ensure moisture is always present for at least two weeks after installation, and you should continue to water it for an additional two weeks to prevent it from drying out.
How long does it take new sod to root?
Your new sod should root within 10-14 days of application. This is also when you should mow your new lawn for the first time after laying sod. Be sure to set your mower to the highest setting possible in order to avoid cutting it too close to the root. Take care not to walk or run on new sod, as this can prevent the fragile young roots from developing properly. If you have pets, try to prevent as much contact with the newly installed sod as possible.
What is the best time of day to water new sod?
If your schedule allows, watering your lawn in the morning or late evening is ideal. Watering your lawn in the afternoon during the warmest part of the day can cause the water to evaporate rather than being absorbed. A lack of moisture can prevent soil from retaining essential nutrients your lawn needs. If budget allows, consider investing in a timed sprinkler that can be set to distribute the optimum amount of water at the ideal time of day.
Why is it important to have a timed sprinkler?
A lack of moisture can prevent soil from retaining essential nutrients your lawn needs. If budget allows, consider investing in a timed sprinkler that can be set to distribute the optimum amount of water at the ideal time of day.
Does fertilizer help with sod?
Liquid fertilizers tend to work best for new sod, since they are able to penetrate the surface of the soil to help condition the area beneath the surface.
How long does it take for a lawn moth to hatch?
The eggs are tiny – less than a millimeter in size. Depending on the temperature, the eggs hatch in 5 – 10 days. All is well with the sod – it looks fine – until the sod webworms hatch. A sod farmer can unknowingly harvest sod full of sod webworm eggs.
What happens after sod is installed?
The installer is unaware of the hidden killers in the sod and installs the egg-infested sod. Soon after installation the eggs hatch and the worms eat your newly sodded lawn to the ground.
How long do you have to hold sod company responsible for webworms?
I suggest you hold the installer/sod company responsible for damage caused by sod webworms for the first 14 days after installation. Tell the installer that you will take ownership when the lawn is rooted in (established). Hold back 10% to 20% of the final payment until it is fully established – about 3 weeks. If the failure is caused by sod webworms, have the installer replace the damaged sod.
What do webworms eat?
Once the eggs hatch, the worms feed on the grass leaves. The sod depends on the leaves to provide energy for growth. The worms will defoliate the sod. Without the leaves, the sod will die. Once established, the sod webworms are no longer a lethal threat.
How long does it take for sod to be treated?
I have found the best action plan is to treat the lawn within 3 – 4 days after installation. Then for the next 2 -3 weeks, monitor the sod for sod webworm damage. If damage is observed, the sod must be retreated within 24 hours.
When do webworms hatch in sod?
Before you buy sod, you need to know, during May – June, sod webworm eggs may be in the sod, and once the sod webworms hatch, can destroy a lawn before it is established. It is not every batch of sod, but it happens often enough to merit this warning.
Can APL spray sod?
Currently, APL Pest Control is spraying newly planted lawns and training the homeowner to monitor for sod webworm damage. However, we cannot be responsible for the failure of newly planted sod. There are too many variables. What we do guarantee is we will spray the lawn with a good insecticide at label rates for sod webworms.
How do grubs affect lawns?
Having grubs in your lawn is problematic on three scores: 1 The grubs, themselves do damage, eating grassroots, thereby damaging the grass. If you spot large dead patches of grass in your lawn, grubs could be the cause. 2 If they are Japanese beetle grubs, once they mature into adult beetles, they may eat the leaves on several of the plants that you are landscaping with, including rose bushes and Japanese maple trees. 3 Likewise, adult June bugs eat the leaves of landscape plants, such as oak trees. They also damage grass blades. 4 Moles eat grubs, so having grubs in your lawn is an open invitation to moles to come on in and set up shop. Thus grub control is a central pillar in mole control, too. Another pest that eats grubs (and that you may, therefore, be attracting to your yard if you allow grubs to flourish in your lawn) is the skunk.
How many grubs are in a square foot of sod?
You shouldn't worry if only a few are present here or there. But you should start worrying if you find 7 to 15 grubs per square foot.
What is a grub in a lawn?
Their grub is 1 1/4-inches long, white, with a reddish-brown head. Having grubs in your lawn is problematic on three scores: The grubs, themselves do damage, eating grassroots, thereby damaging the grass. If you spot large dead patches of grass in your lawn, grubs could be the cause.
What is a grub?
The Grub Problem. A grub is what the larva of various insects is called, especially beetles. So just as butterflies and moths have larval forms known as "caterpillars," the Japanese beetle, for example, has a grub as a larval form (because they curl up, grubs appear to have C-shaped bodies).
What is the color of Japanese beetles?
Its grub is about 1 inch long, white, with a brownish-orange head. The grub of the June bug ( Phyllophaga spp .) is also commonly found in lawns.
What pests eat grubs?
Another pest that eats grubs (and that you may, therefore, be attracting to your yard if you allow grubs to flourish in your lawn) is the skunk.
How do June bugs get their name?
It gets its name from the fact that it crawls out of the ground around the month of June in many areas. June bugs (also called "June beetles") are a bit bigger than Japanese beetles and are reddish-brown. Their grub is 1 1/4-inches long, white, with a reddish-brown head.
When Should You Fertilize New Sods?
Most people will be a bit wary of fertilizing their sods upon installation, when in fact, you can start fertilizing the day you lay the new sods.
When Should You Mow New Sods?
You can start mowing your sods around one month after laying them. By then, they’ll look like they need mowing, and that’s your cue to do it.
What is the best fertilizer for grass?
Phosphorus fertilizers are the best option among the previously mentioned. Phosphorus increases drought tolerance, makes the grass more resistant to diseases, and improves its cold hardiness. As for the carbon, it significantly improves the soil, making it healthier for the grass to keep growing.
Why is nitrogen important for sod?
Nitrogen helps the grass maintain its color and growth rate. While these are important, they aren’t priorities when it comes to new sods.