Sod care refers to the care and maintenance of soil organic dirt. This involves the proper management of the soil to maintain or increase the level of organic matter in the soil, which is crucial for soil health, fertility, and plant growth. Sod care may include practices such as adding organic matter, reducing tillage, and using cover crops to promote the growth of soil microorganisms and build up soil organic matter.
FLORATAM FACTS
The University of South Florida and Texas A&M released Floratam in 1973. Floratam turf has the following advantages:
Cold-Hardiness: Floratam’s cold hardiness is an advantage to the consumer in the Central parts of Florida.
Sun Tolerance: Floratam loves direct sunlight and tolerates particle shady (less than 20%). Deep shade areas need to be avoided.
Attractiveness: Floratam creates a thick, lush carpet of St. Augustine grass. It is easily distinguishable from most varieties by its reddish, stolon color.
Virus Resistance: Floratam is S.A.D resistant and shows good leaf disease resistance due to its open, long internodes and coarse growth habit.
Salt Tolerance: Floratam has a small considerable salt tolerance for shoreline plantings.
| Leaf Texture | Coarse |
|---|---|
| Drought Tolerance | Good |
| Wearability | Fair |
| Soil Type | Wide Range |
| Establishment Rate | Fast |
| Mowing Days | 6 to 10 Days |
| Mowing Heights | 2” – 3½” |
| Fertilization | 4 to 6 yearly |
| Pest Control | Moderate |
EMPIRE ZOYSIA FACTS
Developed in Brazil for hot, humid situations, its main claim to fame is drought tolerant than most varieties of zoysia grass (once established). When dried out, it goes dormant (turning brown). Turf is as hardy and has a deep, thick root structure. In addition, slower vertical growth, plus natural chinch bug and chemical resistances, mean your lawn will require less maintenance, mowing, and water than with other types of warm-season grass.
In some instances, once naturalized to the local climate, Empire Zoysia requires minimal irrigation (once established). Empire is used widely in Australia with good results.
Cold -Hardy: Empire Zoysia thrives in demanding tropical climates and also exhibits excellent cold hardiness. It will retain fall color longer than many other turf selections and green up more quickly in the spring. It will go into a dormant time during the cooler months.
Sun Tolerance: Excellent
Attractiveness: Combines soft-to-the-touch feel with lush green color and fine tight blade growth
Virus Resistance: Excellent
Salt Tolerance: Excellent. Empire Zoysia thrives near coastal areas.
| Leaf Texture | Wide, soft, more open than most Zoysias |
|---|---|
| Drought Tolerance | Excellent once established |
| Wearability | Durable |
| Soil Type | Wide Range |
| Establishment Rate | Fast |
| Mowing Days | 6 to 10 Days |
| Mowing Heights | 0.5″ to 2″ |
| Fertilization | 4 to 6 yearly |
| Pest Control | Excellent |
BITTER BLUE FACTS
The University of South Florida released Bitter Blue (Florentine). Bitter Blue turf has the following advantages:
Cold-Hardiness: Bitter Blue cold hardiness is an advantage to the consumer in the Central parts of Florida.
Sun Tolerance: Bitter Blue loves direct sunlight and tolerates particle shade, areas greater than 60% shade should be voided.
Attractiveness: Bitter Blue creates a thick, lush carpet of St. Augustine grass. It is easily distinguishable from most varieties by its bluest green stolon color.
Virus Resistance: Bitter Blue is S.A.D resistant and shows good leaf disease resistance due to its open, long internodes and coarse growth habit.
Salt Tolerance: Bitter Blue has a small considerable salt tolerance for shoreline plantings.
| Leaf Texture | Coarse |
|---|---|
| Drought Tolerance | Poor |
| Wearability | Fair |
| Soil Type | Fair |
| Establishment Rate | Moderate |
| Mowing Days | 6 to 10 Days |
| Mowing Heights | 2″ to 2½” |
| Fertilization | 4 to 6 yearly |
| Pest Control | Moderate |
BAHIA FACTS
Bahia (Argentine) turf has the following advantages:
Cold-Hardiness: Bahia is poor in cold weather and will go into a dormant time during the cooler months. Bahia is advantageous to consumers in the southern parts of Florida.
Sun Tolerance: Bahia thrives in direct sun and moderate shade. Heavy shade areas should be avoided.
Attractiveness: Bahia is a single leaf and roots, forming a solid ground feel. It’s easily distinguishable from the other turf due to its light green, tall stolon color.
Virus Resistance: Bahia is S.A.D resistant and shows good leaf disease resistance.
Salt Tolerance: Bahia has poor salt tolerance areas and is not recommended for shoreline plantings.
| Leaf Texture | Thin |
|---|---|
| Drought Tolerance | Excellent |
| Wearability | Poor |
| Soil Type | Fair |
| Establishment Rate | Fast |
| Mowing Days | 3 to 5 Days |
| Mowing Heights | 3” to 5″ |
| Fertilization | 4 to 6 yearly |
| Pest Control | High |
PALMETTO ® FACTS
Palmetto ® turf has the following advantages:
Cold-Hardiness: Its cold hardiness is an advantage to the consumer in the Southern States.
Sun Tolerance: Palmetto® loves direct sunlight and tolerates particle shade up to 60%. Deep shade areas need to be avoided.
Attractiveness: Palmetto® creates a thick, lush carpet of St. Augustine grass. It is easily distinguishable from most varieties by its purplish dark green, stolon color.
Virus Resistance: Palmetto® is S.A.D resistant and shows good leaf disease resistance due to its open, long internode and coarse growth habit.
Salt Tolerance: Palmetto® is excellent in salt-tolerant areas and is recommended overall for shoreline plantings.
| Leaf Texture | Coarse – Semi-Dwar |
|---|---|
| Drought Tolerance | Excellent |
| Wearability | Fair |
| Soil Type | Wide Range |
| Establishment Rate | Fast |
| Mowing Days | 6 to 10 Days |
| Mowing Heights | 2½” to 3½” |
| Fertilization | 4 to 6 yearly |
| Pest Control | Low |
DEL-MAR ® FACTS
Del-Mar® was released by O.M Scott & Sons. Del-Mar® turf has the following advantages:
Cold-Hardiness: Its cold hardiness is an advantage to the consumers in the Central and Southern parts of Florida.
Sun Tolerance: Del-Mar® loves direct sunlight and tolerates particle shade up to 60%. Deep shade areas need to be avoided.
Attractiveness: Del-Mar® creates a thick, lush carpet of St. Augustine grass. It is easily distinguishable from most varieties by its emerald dark green stolon color.
Virus Resistance: Del-Mar® is S.A.D resistant and shows good leaf disease resistance due to its open, long internode, and coarse growth habit.
Salt Tolerance: Del-Mar® is excellent in salt-tolerant areas and is recommended overall for shoreline plantings.
| Leaf Texture | Coarse |
|---|---|
| Drought Tolerance | Good |
| Wearability | Fair |
| Soil Type | Wide Range |
| Establishment Rate | Fair |
| Mowing Days | 6 Days |
| Mowing Heights | 1½” to 3½” |
| Fertilization | 4 to 6 yearly |
| Pest Control | Moderate |
PASPALUM FACTS
Paspalum was released in 2001. Cultivated by the University of Georgia. Paspalum turf has the following advantages:
Cold-Hardiness: Paspalum cold hardiness is an advantage to the consumer in the Southern States.
Sun Tolerance: Paspalum loves direct sunlight and tolerates particle shade. Deep shade areas need to be avoided.
Attractiveness: Paspalum creates a thick, lush carpet. It is easily distinguishable from most varieties by its dark green, stolon color.
Virus Resistance: Paspalum is S.A.D resistant and shows good leaf disease resistance due to its open, long internode, and coarse growth habit.
Salt Tolerance: Paspalum is excellent in salt-tolerant areas and is recommended overall for shoreline plantings.
| Leaf Texture | Soft – Semi-Dwarf |
|---|---|
| Drought Tolerance | Excellent |
| Wearability | Fair |
| Soil Type | Wide Range |
| Establishment Rate | Fast |
| Mowing Days | 6 to Days |
| Mowing Heights | 1” to 1½” |
| Fertilization | 4 to 6 yearly |
| Pest Control | Low |
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