New Sod Care in Jacksonville: The First 30 Days

These are Jax Sod's care instructions for a new installation. Make sure your irrigation works properly and reaches all the new sod. Keeping it watered is essential while the roots establish.

Watering

• Immediately after installation: Water the sod in for 45 minutes.
• First two weeks: Water for 45 minutes around 4 AM every day. If the temperature is above 90°F, also water for 45 minutes around 4 PM.
• Third week: Water every other day.
• After three weeks: Move to the normal twice-weekly watering routine.

Check the lawn daily, including seams and edges, to make sure the irrigation is reaching it. Contact Jax Sod if you need help with the instructions for your installation.

First mow

Wait until after three weeks for the first mow. The roots should hold the sod and the ground should be firm enough to support the mower. Use the appropriate cutting height for your grass.

Fertilizer

Tell your spray company not to fertilize for at least 30 days after installation. Ask them to put a note on your account.

Watch for changes

If the sod changes, contact your spray company promptly and ask them to inspect it. Fungus and sod webworms are possible causes that need to be checked, not assumed from appearance alone. Some daytime color fading can happen before the sod roots in; do not dismiss a new or worsening change.

Use the lawn care planner to save reminders from your installation date, or contact Jax Sod with a question about your lawn.