LAWNS & OUR ENVIRONMENT
Turf grass is earth smart. Scientists throughout the world are increasingly documenting the significant role of turf, particularly in urban/suburban settings where the removal of turf and other vegetation has amplified problems such as the “urban heat effect.”
In the 1990 Farm Bill, the U.S. Congress noted:
Tree plantings and ground cover, such as [...]
Archive for September, 2011
Why Choose Sod?
Posted by stonegate on September 27th, 2011
Posted in Knowledge, Products 
Tags: curb appeal, earth smart, environment, lawns, oxygen, plant real grass, pollution, run off, sod benefits, temperature, water quality 
No Comments »Considering Artificial Grass?
Posted by stonegate on September 25th, 2011
Before you invest your hard-earned money in artificial turf, please continue reading.
Here are just a few reasons you might think twice about installing artificial grass.
1. It’s expensive!
About 10-30 times more than live turf grass, depending on the style of artificial turf you choose.
2. It’s extremely hot during the summer months and can easily be as [...]
Posted in Knowledge Tags: artificial turf, fake grass, no artificial turf, real grass, real turf, real turf vs. fake turf, sod, why choose sod 1 Comment »Caring for Your Turf Grass
Posted by stonegate on September 13th, 2011
WATERING
Water the sod immediately after installation until it’s completely soaked, but not puddled ABOVE the sod. Initially, apply at least 1″ of water so the soil underneath is very wet. Pull back a corner of sod to verify your watering is penetrating the underlying soil. Make sure the water is getting to all the areas [...]
Posted in Installation, Knowledge, Turf Care Tags: brown lawn, brown spots, dry spots, fertilization, turf, turf burn, turf care, turf disease, watering 1 Comment »