Over 40 years of Making Virginia GREEN
Brookmeade's FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions:
Why Sod?
· Instant Curb appeal - GREAT for Selling your house!
· It creates an instant green lawn or recreational surface.
· Gives immediate erosion control.
· Eliminates dust and mud.
· Eliminates weed control during establishment.
· Can be established year round.
· Can be used for total installation or repair of smaller areas.
What is the process for ordering Sod?
● Measure Area - (Area prepared prior to receiving sod) Schedule Sod for Pick Up or Delivery - Pay over phone or in person - Install Sod on the same day Delivered - Follow Care Guide - Water thoroughly after installation and continue watering regiment for 2 weeks. After rooted - Sod will still need 1.5 inches of water each week. All established lawns need 1.5 inches per week. A rain gauge is a great investment - Mother Nature may help with watering.
Do I need to order ahead of time or can I just come and pick up?
· Yes – you must order ahead, we harvest to order. The sod is cut fresh for you.
Can I install Sod under trees in the shade?
• You can - but it is NOT recommended. Sod requires 4-5 hours of direct sunlight. Tree roots compete with the grass for water and nutrients and the trees will win with its bigger roots. It is recommended to install sod pass the drip line - where the branches reach out.
What is the minimum order?
· 1 square yard. Brookmeade cuts sod FRESH DAILY. We only cut what is pre-ordered. Call with the measurements of your area and we will tell you how many square yards you will need to cover it.
How many square yards are on a full pallet?
· 75 square yards (or rolls) of Fescue, 50 square yards (or rolls) of Zoysia on a pallet.
How much can my vehicle carry?
· It all depends on your vehicle; each roll of Fescue weighs approximately 40lbs, a full pallet of Fescue weighs approximately 3000 lbs. One yard of Zoysia weighs up to 45 lbs, a pallet weighing in at around 2250 lbs. Note: if we have had rain - the sod will weigh more!
Do you offer delivery?
· Yes we do. The cost of delivery depends on how much we are delivering and how far we need to travel.
Call 883-6338 for details.
Do you Install?
· Yes, to your prepared grade. It is recommended that you put down lime and starter fertilize prior to installation. BSF also offers Lawn Renovation - Call 804-883-6338 for details.
Do I need to do the whole yard at one time?
· No. Some homeowners will do their yard in sections, starting at the furthest point out. It is best to keep traffic off the sod in the first 2 weeks. There is a lot of lifting and bending and some choose to do this out over several weekends.
Can I pick up SOD on Friday and put down on Saturday?
· It depends on the temperature. Extreme heat is hard on the grass. The sod is cut in rolls and heat builds up in the roll. It is recommended that the sod be put back in the ground as soon as possible and watered thoroughly. In the winter there is a longer "shelf" life between harvesting and installation. Although it is also important not to let sod freeze on the pallet. Best to install as soon as possible.
Seed vs. Sod?
● "They" say you can seed it 3 times or you could have installed sod once. If you decide to seed- it is best to seed in the Fall. Seeding in the Spring will give you false hope - it will come up - but then burn up in the summer.
Do you have a care guide?
· Yes – a guide is available to help with all the details of preparation, installation, mowing and care long after you have your lawn. Call the office and request a guide, or you may download a copy maintenance.