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Sod

What is Sod?
Sod, also known as turf, is a piece of grass-covered surface soil held together by the roots of the grass. It is often harvested into rolls and used to create new lawns, repair damaged lawns, or fill in bare spots. Sod is a quick and easy way to get a lush, green lawn, and it can be used in a variety of settings, including residential, commercial, and public areas.
Hydroseeding Pros vs. Cons
Hydroseeding pros
Thicker greener lawn
Deeper root system
25-75-year life of your lawn
A better blend of grass seed that will use 50% less water over time
Grows more laterally than vertically =thicker softer lawn
Grows slowly so less lawn mowing
Drought resistant
Cheaper than sod
Hydroseeding Cons
2-4 months before it is as thick or thicker than sod
It is not instant grass
It takes time to grow
Sod
Pros vs. Cons
Sod pros
Instant grass
Curb appeal is instant
Sod cons
Seed blends vary based on sod farmer
Sod farmer Seed blends are not TWCA certified so they will use 2x the water
Sods life span is 8-15 years approximately
More expensive than hydroseeding
Sod can have issues rooting
Requires large amounts of water the first couple months
Sod can get expensive
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