Hey man, where can I score some grass?

[SkyHog]

Actually...I do need grass. I want to grass in my backyard, but with the birds and my dog, I don't want to seed. I know you can get rolls of grass somewhere...but where?

Its early, I know, but I've never actually seen it anywhere...where the hell do I find it?

 

[wsuffa]

Actually...I do need grass. I want to grass in my backyard, but with the birds and my dog, I don't want to seed. I know you can get rolls of grass somewhere...but where?

Its early, I know, but I've never actually seen it anywhere...where the hell do I find it?

Most big-box home stores will have it (Lowe's, etc) in the garden section. You may also find it at a large nursery. Otherwise call around to home and garden stores.

You're looking for sod. Usually comes in rolls.

 

[ScottM]

Florida Street near Acoma Road Southeast

 

[Greebo]

Most big-box home stores will have it (Lowe's, etc) in the garden section. You may also find it at a large nursery. Otherwise call around to home and garden stores.

You're looking for sod. Usually comes in rolls.

And when you find it, ask when it was delivered.

You generally do not want to buy sod that's more than 1 day old.

 

[SkyHog]

Thanks guys...I know its probably different across the country, but any idea when I can start looking for said sod?

 

[wsuffa]

Thanks guys...I know its probably different across the country, but any idea when I can start looking for said sod?

Pretty much from the time that it's warm enough to plant/sprout seed. You'll want to do it just as the rainy season starts, avoid drought times.

There are several "sod farm" listings on Google for the Albuquerque area. Might be as easy to pick up the phone and call one of them....

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=albuquerque+sod+farms

 

[ScottM]

Thanks guys...I know its probably different across the country, but any idea when I can start looking for said sod?

http://yellowpages.kob.com/Grass+Patio.262132.112064173.home.html

Serious answer this time.

Getting sod in NM is not like it is in places where it rains. It is hard to do there. This place looks like they serve most of the city. The rest of the sources are located well outside the city where there is water from Elephant Butte.

 

[mikea]

You need to have the yard prepared and water several times a day. In Albuquerque maybe a few more times a day than several.

http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/article/0,,1082742,00.html
http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/lawn-care

 

[Steve]

http://www1.zoysiafarms.com/

Thanks guys...I know its probably different across the country, but any idea when I can start looking for said sod?

 

[Skip Miller]

Nick, the trick with sod is keeping it wet enough until the roots can attain sufficient depth to find their own water. You have to be a dedicated sprinkler operator for a very long time or it is money down the drain.

-Skip

 

[Joe B]

You'll want to do it just as the rainy season starts, avoid drought times.

In New Mexico? They've got nothing but drought season, at least as far as grass is concerned. Put your sod down whenever it stops freezing at night, and then water the heck out of it for at least 2-3 months. After that water as needed. "Needed" will vary depending on sun, heat, and rain from daily to now and then, with a hiatus in the winter. If the grass starts to look stressed you waited too long.

Regards,
Joe

 

[Richard]

I cannot overstate how important it is to prep the soil first. For a healthy root system you want to rototill down at least 8" below grade. Break down that clay with gypsum. Rototill horse manure or whatever amendments.

Pull up short on prepping the soil and you will likely be wasting your money on sod...unless you like yellow dead grass.

 

[colomtnflyer]

I used to be a landscraper in one of my past lives-. I agree with what Richard has said! Gypsum is great for breaking down clay... you could even add in some adicified iron to the gypsum. Don't scrimp on the prep!

One very wise investment in dry areas is to put down a layer of water crystals when prepping the yard. These crystals absorb water when it is plentiful, and release it when the grass needs it. Check with your local greenhouse. They last about 5-6 years, and in NM, I'd double the amount recommended.

An in ground watering system would be a good investment too. And I'm not just referring to the typical kind which sprays water everywhere but on the grass. There are several types which are specially designed for arrid climates, so water waste is minimized. Then it is both environmentally friendly and financially justified. It is a great selling point in the future, as well as the short term savings you will realize on your water bills.