Seeding Versus Installing Sod

Installing sod and seeding lawns each have advantages and disadvantages. When deciding whether to sod or seed, you’ll need to consider cost and maintenance.

When starting a new lawn, as a homeowner, you may wonder, “do I seed or sod?” If cost is a factor, it is initially cheaper to seed; however, only if conditions are optimal. If not, costs can arise which make it just as expensive, or more expensive than sod. Below is a breakdown of information to consider when making the decision.

Costs and Materials

Some homeowners may need to pay for topsoil and roto-tilling for both sodding and seeding. You’ll need to measure the lawn to create your estimates.Sod is usually priced between$1.00 per sq. foot. Along with the sod, you’ll need a starter fertilizer, polymers,rototilling  and leveling the soil . Also, you may need a landscape rake, wheelbarrow, shovels, and stakes for installing sod on slopes.

Seed is priced between $0.10-$0.15 per sq. ft. However, you’ll also need to buy top soil to cover the seed as well as fertilizer and polymers is recommended.

Appearance

With sod, you have the satisfaction of an instant, lush lawn. You can walk on your lawn right away, and within two weeks, it should be rooted and secure. Different varieties grow well in different climates and terrain.

Seeded lawns take up to two years to mature and provide uniform cover. Seeding has a tendency to washout and most likely you will have to seed again to fill in spots where the grass seed didn’t germinate. As with sod, you’ll want to make sure you chose a combination of seed that grows well in your area.

Installation and Maintenance

If you plan to do it yourself, laying sod is physically harder work than seeding. You might choose to lay smaller rolls by hand. However, once the sod is down, maintenance is relatively easy. You’ll need to water the sod every day for two weeks, and then set a schedule pertinent to the weather in your area. Also, you might fertilize twice a year. Typically, sod is resistant to weeds because it roots quickly. However, if weeds do creep in, you may need to apply weed killer.

Seeding is physically easier than laying sod, but requires more maintenance. You’ll need to fertilize regularly and actively combat weeds because the grass is susceptible to weed invasion. Also, you’ll need to prevent people and animals from walking over the seed for at least the first six weeks.

The most important difference between seeding and sodding is the time necessary for developing a mature or durable turf. Sodding is essentially transplanting a mature turf that has been cared for by a professional. Seeding involves the same process used in the establishment of sod and can be accomplished by a professional or the homeowner. The number of variables involved in seeding make it difficult and many times unsuccessful for the homeowner.

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From concept to completed project, Lawn Pro’s can handle the design and installation of your new landscape. After initial consultation with our designers, we will develop a unique landscape design for your property. With your input, we will then tailor this design to your specific likes. Once the design aspect has been completed, our properly trained and equipped crews will install your new landscape to your satisfaction. For those who have a pre-design project, Lawn Pro’s will deliver a quote and continue through the installation process.

At Lawn Pros we pride ourselves on professional, dependable and exceptional services and expertise. From landscape design and installation to maintenance and management, we are ready to improve the appearance and value of your property. Our landscape architects, designers, project managers and certified professionals work together to create, install and maintain the perfect outdoor space for your home.

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