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Watering |
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Give the sod a good "soaking" making certain
the water penetrates the soil 4 to 6 inches. The initial "soaking"
should be done as soon as a pallet of sod is laid or an area approximately
15 x 15 feet has been installed. Be sure to keep your sod "soaked"
for the first 10 to 12 days. One may have to water 3 to 4 times each
day lightly to keep the sod blades moist. This is determined by such
factors as wind, temperatures, etc. The first few days are CRITICAL! |
**After the sod has rooted to the soil,
water every 2 to 4 days. However, the frequency of watering depends on
the soil type, topography, natural precipitation, wind, temperature, humidity,
etc. It is better to apply 1/2 to 3/4 inch at each application rather
than lesser amounts daily. Water when the grass needs it. Learn to read
the dehydration signs:
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An early sign is a purplish cast where the leaves begin
to fold and roll. You may leave footprints when walking on the grass. |
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A significant sign is when the grass turns steel gray
and grass blades begin to shrink in width. |
3. |
Another sign of dehydration is when the grass becomes
straw colored. The roots are still alive and will give rise to new
leaves in time with adequate watering. |
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