The technical side of it is that there are many things that could ruin your new sod.
Is your new sod turning brown or yellow? Is your new sod fading? We don’t think so.

Let’s take a look at the possible causes of your new sod problems.

Too Much Water

This is a huge one. Your new sod will need plenty of water once it is established.

But not too much. It is worse to overwater than to submerge.

Some homeowners see brown spots in their new sod and panic. They pour more water on the lawn to make it dry.

However, those brown spots could be caused by sod webworms. These pests lay their eggs in your grass. The larvae will eat your grass if they hatch. Root-rot is usually not recoverable if you over-water.

It can be difficult to care for new sod lawns. That’s why we give you detailed instructions for watering new sod in our sod care guide. These are very detailed instructions.

You will know when to water and for how long. And which irrigation heads to use for each time.

There are different instructions for watering new grass depending on the type of grass and when it was planted.

All your questions will be answered by our instructions for sod lawn care.

Too Little Water

Water is the most crucial step in keeping your new seedlings alive and thriving.

It is really thirsty.

Water should reach every part of the lawn. Sprinklers can sometimes miss corners and edges, which causes these areas to dry out quicker than the rest of the lawn.

Remember that sod around concrete and asphalt may dry faster because of reflected heat. You might need to add water.

Is your sod deteriorating? You might be watering too little. Roots dry out quickly, and gaps can appear if the sod loses moisture after installation, causing the pieces to shrink.

New Sod Lawn Care: Diseases

As it grows, your new sod will need to get a lot more water. This can lead to it becoming susceptible to mold.

How can you tell if fungus is present? It’s difficult to tell, as it is with other lawn care issues.

Brown spots might appear. If this happens, you should assume that your new plant needs more water. This could make the problem worse.

Pay attention. The fungus can cause sod to become brown and die, with a yellowish-brown ring surrounding the area where it is spreading.

To prevent any future problems, apply a systemic or curative fungicide within seven business days of sod installation.

New Sod Problems: Insects

We mentioned the sod webworm as the biggest insect that causes new sod problems.
These pests lay eggs in your sod and then eat your grass.

The only sod provider in the area to use a webworm preventative is ours. This helps keep the sod from becoming infested by the harmful pests.

As a preventative measure against pests, apply an insecticide within seven calendar days of sod installation.

New Sod Lawn Care: Weeds Are Not Too Important

Because weeds are not a major concern with new sod, you won’t find them on our list.

The first few weeks are too short to control weeds. Weed control products can cause damage to new turf. You will also see some weeds as a result of the increased water requirements for new turf.

Reduce watering according the schedule provided, and mow as soon as possible to prevent weeds.

Pro Tip: Prior to having your SOD delivered, make sure to inspect your irrigation system

Over the first few weeks or months, new sod requires lots of water.

You don’t want to find out after your new sod is down that you have broken heads, a zone that doesn’t work, or controller problems.

This information is important so that you know what to do before your sod delivery.

New Sod Problems: Keep An Eye On It

As your sod lawn grows, keep an eye out for any potential problems.

Look out for signs like chewing and browning. This could indicate that your lawn is suffering from fungus or webworms.

How can you tell if something is going on? Give us a shout.

Ground Source Is the Best Way to Avoid New SOD Problems

You want your new sod to thrive. We want the same thing.

We provide all the information that you need to care for your beautiful, fresh sod lawn.

Our expertise extends beyond being sod experts. As you design your outdoor space, we’re there for you.

Landscape design, irrigation and sod: We can transform your yard into a beautiful place where you’ll spend every minute of your spare time.