Sod is exceptionally inexpensive way to bring your lawn to life. Sod is grown on sod farms and pre-cut and rolled up in 3 x 1 squares. Not just any body can lay sod properly. There are several aspects to consider when laying sod. First, the grade must be set accordingly for efficient drainage. New top spoil is needed so the sod has fresh, nutrient rich dirt. The seams of each piece of sod must be staggered so the sod does not wash away from heavy rain or floods. This will also promote optimal settling. After the sod is laid, it is extremely important to keep the sod saturated for the first 3-4 weeks. Before a lawn mower can go on the sod, test the corners of sod by grabbing a handful of the grass and lift up. If it takes significant strength to lift it is safe to trim with a lawn mower.
Flower Beds are a fantastic way to accent the dcor of your landscape. Creating a new flower bed can be quite tasking. A general design before hand is helpful in order to be satisfied with the finished product. In many cases, grass and sod needs to be removed, along with unwanted plants or shrubbery. The next step would be to out line the flower bed with vinyl edging or better yet stone. New top soil is ideal especially if you plan to plant flowers or shrubs. To prevent weeds, consider buying a roll of nylon weed block to lie down before decorative stone or mulch. It would be best to hire a landscape service to handle creating your new flower bed and planting.
Planting is a very delicate process. Certain plants need to be planted at certain times, certain depths and methods. Most plants do come with planting instructions. For optimal plant life and appearance, you should follow the planting instructions exact. Some of the things to consider is where the plant is going, how big does it get and are there any underground obstructions such as electrical and gas lines that can be severed while digging. It is in your best interest to look into hiring a reputable landscape service.
If you are looking for more landscape information or are looking to hire a landscape contractor, visit the
DFW Landscape Service web site.
