When there are so many various kinds of grass on the market, it might be difficult to pick the ideal one for your new lawn. So, before you make any judgments, ask yourself the following questions
Do I want a hardy lawn or a beautiful decorative lawn?
Will it have to withstand children playing football and dogs walking around on it?
What sort of mower will I use, and how frequently will I mow (be honest now)?
Most respectable turf vendors sell lawn grass that satisfies TGA (Turf Growers Association) criteria, therefore it is always a good idea to double-check that the turf you are getting fulfills this acknowledged mark.
It’s much easier to narrow down the sort of grass you should be looking for now that you’ve decided on the style of lawn you want. So, ask yourself…
Whether you’re repairing or returfing, selecting a turf provider doesn’t have to be a shot in the dark, and when it comes to a precious, long-term investment like your lawn suppliers, it’s a decision you want to be sure you’ve chosen carefully!
So, in order to make the process easier, we’ve compiled a list of the top ten items your grass provider should provide.
Prepare the Soil Before Turf
- Remove any weeds and grass from the area where the turf will be installed, ideally before the turf arrives.
- scrape the soil to a fine tilth so that the turf may readily root into it, around 20cm deep. Tiny bits of dirt are all that are found in a fine tilth.
- Rake in the recommended amount of a pre-seeding/returning fertilizer before planting. Some of the turf suppliers sell it, and it has just the right combination of nutrients to aid in the establishment of grass. A balanced fertilizer like Growmore can be used instead.
- With a big rake sweeping in various directions, smooth the dirt and remove any irregularities.
- Firm the dirt with a rake, being sure to leave it as smooth as possible with no lumps or bumps as you walk over it slowly with your feet close together and weight on your heels.
- If all possible, let the soil settle for at least a few days before removing any weeds that may have sprung up.
10 Tips for Choosing the Right Turf
1 Curiosity.
They ask you questions geared to guarantee you’re making the proper choice in turf-type – the purpose of your area being turfed, the water supply, the shadow elements, the maintenance options available, etc. Remember, if your turf is successful, then so is their turf!
2 Knowledge.
They know everything about their turf kinds. They are well-versed in all aspects of their turf, from its current state to its appropriateness for your intended use and its accessibility.
3 Advice.
They give proven and individualized advice and solutions that are suited for you; not them. This company loves to speak turf, even if you don’t buy turf from them.
4 Options.
They provide a wide range of options supported by knowledge and guidance, including the best-in-breed turf types, roll-size options to meet your projects and needs, shipping options, installation options, lawn care product options… Options, options, and even more options!
5 Turf Purity.
They guarantee 100 percent genetic purity in the turf variety they give, so you’re receiving precisely what you settled on and exactly what you paid for.
6 Quality Assurance.
The turf they supply comes from farmers who produce and harvest their turf to high industry quality standards and whose business operations are similar quality certified.
7 Modern Technology.
Their turf should be harvested fresh, every day, and with contemporary, state-of-the-art equipment that cuts turf rolls equally with the correct quantity of earth to assist your new lawn get established in its new home.
8 Service of delivery of goods.
In addition, they provide a delivery service and do their best to supply turf as close as feasible to your project.
9 Installation Service.
They may also offer an installation service – turf laid by the specialists so you won’t have to worry.
10 Warranty.
They offer a warranty on the turf they supply.
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