Tips and Inspiration for Your Lawn and Garden
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How Close Should You Plant SodPods Grass Plugs?
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Lawn damage is a part of life. Heavy foot traffic, pests, and drought can all contribute to bare patches and thinning grass. While the most obvious solution is to let the grass naturally grow back and fill in the damaged areas, sometimes the damage happens faster than the grass can recover.
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7 Common Challenges with Grass Plugging and How to Fix Them
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Even the healthiest lawns can suffer from damage. Whether it's from heavy foot traffic, poor lawn maintenance, Fido's pee, or harsh, unpredictable weather, your once-perfect yard can develop bare patches or thinning grass. But don't worry—there’s a practical solution: grass plugging. -
Can You Plant Grass Plugs in the Fall?
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Fall in Florida gives your lawn a break from the sweltering summer heat, bringing a welcome change with milder temperatures and more frequent rain showers. This season is often viewed as a transitional period, a time to prepare gardens and lawns for the winter. -
How to Test Shade Tolerance with Grass Plugs
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Shade is a common challenge in Florida landscapes. While providing a much-needed escape from the scorching sun, shade can be detrimental to grass, which thrives in direct sunlight. Shade can stunt root growth, weaken the grass, and make it vulnerable to pests and diseases, often leaving your lawn patchy, discolored, or dead. -
How to Grow Grass in Shade
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Shade poses a key challenge in cultivating a healthy, uniform lawn. Grasses grown in shade often struggle without adequate sunlight, resulting in sparse, thin growth. However, you can still successfully grow a healthy lawn by selecting the right grass and adjusting your lawn care routine. -
What to Expect After Planting Grass Plugs
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Grass plugs have been proven to be a practical and cost-effective way to repair bare or damaged areas in a lawn. These small sections of mature grass, complete with a fully developed root system, facilitate faster establishment than planting grass from seed. -
How to Protect Grass from Fire Pit
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Fire pits have become a welcome addition to lawns, providing a warm glow and a focal point for casual gatherings. Who doesn't love a crackling fire right within their property for an ambiance? -
SodPods® Grass Plugs: What to Do After Delivery
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Repairing your lawn with grass plugs is an exciting journey. From deciding to improve the look and health of your lawn to searching for reputable suppliers and jumping from one how-to guide to the next, you've done your homework. -
Can You Plant Grass Plugs in Heavy Clay Soil?
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Clay soil can be challenging for homeowners aiming for a lush, green lawn. Due to its compact nature, grass often struggles to establish strong roots in dense clay soil. -
How to Rejuvenate an Old Lawn with Grass Plugs
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Lawns, like the homes they surround, have a lifespan. On average, a lawn can last anywhere from 15 to 20 years, but this duration can vary based on how well it's maintained and the soil quality in which it grows. -
4 Beginner Mistakes to Avoid When Planting Grass Plugs
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Lawn care can be challenging, particularly for beginners. Timing, preparation, techniques, and post-maintenance are all critical factors in the success of your lawn. Avoiding common beginner mistakes and learning what to do instead can set you up for success as you plant grass plugs. -
6 Factors to Consider When Looking for a Grass Plug Supplier
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When establishing a new lawn, you have several options to choose from—starting from seeds, using grass plugs, or laying sod.
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