How much sod comes on a pallet?

1 piece of sod is 16″ x 24″, which equals 2.75 square feet. A 500 square feet pallet contains approximately 180 pieces of green sod.

How many square feet is 4 pallets sod?

Keep in-mind: A pallet of turf grass covers approximately 450 square feet of lawn. Contact us for the most accurate measure. Add 5% to 10% extra for filling odd spaces and accuracy of the measurement.

What kind of sod does Lowe’s sell?

At Lowe’s, we offer a variety of sod grass options, including Bermuda sod and zoysia sod, to bring your yard back to life. Before you buy, consider the time of year, your region and what sod farm the sod comes from, as these are some of the factors that can affect sod prices.

Can you lay sod over existing grass?

“Although more expensive than seed, sod can be applied to your lawn in a single day. Sod also requires much less care than sown seed. Most homeowners go to the expense — in both work and actual financial burden — of removing their lawns before applying sod. Sod, though, can be applied directly over existing grass.”

Can I just lay sod on dirt?

Typically containing rocks, stones and concrete, it comes from lower layers of soil that contain few nutrients beneficial to plant life or organic matter such as insects and decomposing plant matter. While sod can be laid directly on fill dirt, some preparation and follow up is necessary for the success of the lawn.

Should I wet the ground before laying sod?

The soil in the planting area should be moist, not soggy or dry. Water thoroughly one or two days before the sod is delivered so that the top several inches of soil are wetted. Then allow time for the soil to drain so that it’s not muddy and is workable.

How long does sod take to root?

10-14 days
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.

What is the best time to lay sod?

You can lay sod anytime during the growing season, as long as the ground is not frozen and you have adequate water for establishment and maintenance, although spring and early autumn are best. Cool temperatures combined with occasional rain help sod quickly root.