Installing sod is a great way to give your yard in Colorado an instant facelift. While your new grass looks green and vibrant right away, the sod will still need time to take root and establish itself on your property. Once installed, the sod will take about 2 weeks for it to develop shallow roots. During this time, you'll want to avoid walking on it or mowing it. After about 4 to 6 weeks, your sod should have developed a solid root system and you should be able to start using your lawn normally again. You'll also want to make sure that you are properly watering your sod because that will help it develop roots and establish successfully in your soil.

It will take about 2 weeks for your sod to develop shallow roots.

Sod on top of soil in Grand Junction, CO.

After your sod has been installed, it will take about 2 weeks for it to develop shallow roots. Your sod begins its work as soon as its laid down. During this time, the sod's roots will start to anchor into the soil's top layer. During this time, the roots will also be seeking moisture and nutrients to maintain their robust connection with the soil and continued development of the grass blades.

During this time, it's important that you don't walk on your new sod or mow it because doing so could hinder its growth. If you need to walk on your lawn, try to avoid doing so as much as possible. If you absolutely need to get on your lawn, try to walk on it as little as possible and avoid walking on the same spot multiple times.

After about 4 to 6 weeks, your sod should have developed a solid root system.

While your sod will develop shallow roots after about 2 weeks, it will take a little longer for it to develop a solid root system. After about 4 to 6 weeks, your sod should have developed a solid root system. This is where your new lawn fully establishes its root system into the soil. Its roots will grow deeper into the ground, making your lawn more resilient to stressful conditions like drought, diseases, foot traffic, and more. Once this happens, you can start using your lawn normally again, including walking on it and mowing it.

Your sod should be mowed for the first time about 3 weeks after installation.

Proper watering is crucial for helping your sod establish successfully in the soil.

One of the most crucial factors that will influence how successful your new sod will take root is how well it is watered. Proper hydration ensures the sod's roots remain moist and bonded with the soil. It also helps the roots expand downward to create a more robust root system that will anchor your new lawn even during stressful conditions.

That's why you need to follow a good watering schedule post-sod installation. Right after your sod has been installed, make sure it is watered deeply to prevent the roots from drying out. From there, you'll want to water it lightly but frequently for about 2 weeks to help the roots stay in contact with the soil. After that, adjust the watering schedule by doing it less frequently but more deeply to encourage it to develop a solid root system.

Give us a call today to schedule our sod installation service!

If you're looking to get a new lawn, look no further than our sod installation service! When installing sod, we'll follow a structured process to ensure everything looks neat and seamless. You won't be left fending for your new sod by yourself—our crew will continue to visit your property every week for the first month after installation to keep an eye on your sod and make sure it is establishing properly.

We offer our sod installation service to property owners in Grand Junction, Fruita, Palisade, and throughout the surrounding areas in Colorado. Call us today at (970) 434-5440 to schedule this service!