Tips and Inspiration for Your Lawn and Garden

Among the many tasks on your spring to-do list, you're likely most eager to get outside and start sprucing up your lawn as the grass emerges from winter dormancy. In the warm, humid climate of Florida, spring provides a great opportunity to plant warm-season grass plugs, allowing enough time for the new grass to take root before the summer heat sets in.

Grass plugs are an excellent solution for starting a new lawn or a filler to repair damaged areas in your existing lawn. They offer a convenient middle ground between the lengthy process of growing grass from seeds and the relatively expensive option of sod installation.

Sparse areas and patches of dead grass on your lawn can stem from all sorts of issues, such as poor soil conditions, fungal diseases, animal digging, pet urine, heavy foot traffic, and heat and drought. Regardless of the underlying cause of these unsightly problems, grass plugs emerge as an effective solution to restore your lawn to its healthy and vibrant state.

When you’re not sure about the specific nutrients your lawn needs to perform its best, a soil test before planting grass plugs offers valuable information on soil pH as well as macronutrients and micronutrient levels.

Grass plugs require specific characteristics to establish in a new soil and thrive. One essential characteristic is soil pH, which determines how acidic or alkaline the soil is. While most grass performs best in soil with a pH between 6 and 7, the right soil pH still depends on the grass type you are planting.

Bethel Farms has specialized in growing warm-season grasses in trays, called the SodPod—a miniature lawn in a pod. It consists of mature grass with a well-established root system to guarantee more planting success. We recommend our grass plug solutions as a more cost-effective way to establish new lawns and refill sparse areas in both residential and commercial settings.

As you walk through the door, your mind will probably be racing with thoughts of everything you need to do to make your new space feel truly yours. But creating a comfortable home isn’t just about what’s inside—it also extends to your outdoor space.