St Augustine Turfgrass Sod
St Augustine turfgrass sod is a warm-season grass that thrives in high temperatures, making it an ideal turfgrass sod for the hot summers in the Triad areas such as Greensboro and Winston-Salem. St Augustine also grows well in cooler coastal climates. This species of grass is often referred to as “carpet grass” in the Southern United States. This grass has a coarse texture that roots at the nodes. St Augustine sod works best in areas with fertile soil and good drainage. This grass is used mostly for lawns as it does not tolerate heavy foot traffic like some of the other sods. In inland areas such as the Triad, St Augustine does require continual maintenance such as mowing, watering, and fertilizer. Thatching is a common issue for this grass, so it may need to be dethatched. When properly cared for this grass has a beautiful dark green color.
St Augustine Turfgrass Sod – Benefits
St Augustine turfgrass sod is a great option when choosing a particular grass. The main benefits of using St Augustine grass are:
- Thrives in warm weather climates which is great for Greensboro & Winston-Salem areas
- Prefers full sun, but has a high tolerance for shade
- Grows quickly during summer months
- Beautiful dark-green blades
- Great for lawns, but not heavy traffic areas
- Great at resisting weeds when maintained