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HARVESTING:
FULL INSTALLATION:
It is not always easy to coordinate the appropriate amount of qualified help to install sod on your project. New England Turf offers an experienced, uniformed, documented and fully insured staff to provide you with a full sod installation service. No job is too large or small. We have provided this service to landscapers and builders throughout New England, New York, and New Jersey.
Using our service allows you to utilize your staff at what they do best while receiving a professional installation to finish your project. This service also gives you a firm cost of sodding when you are estimating jobs. For more information please call our office. We will be glad to arrange a free consultation with one of our sales representatives. Many references are available upon request.
TRAC MACHINE INSTALLATION:
PRINCETON BIG ROLL LAYOUTS
Our experienced operators are available to unroll at your job site. A successful installation is dependent on the proper steps taken before the layout. First, you will need to supply four to five people to assist our operators. This amount of labor is required for a few reasons. First, to pull the sod into place using rakes, second, to assist our installer, and finally, to do all the touch-up work and edging.
You can install Big Rolls yourself using a landscape tractor or bobcat by connecting your equipment to a three-point hitch or laying device. For an additional deposit, New England Turf can supply the necessary attachments.
Using our service allows you to utilize your staff at what they do best while receiving a professional installation to finish your project. This service also gives you a firm cost of sodding when you are estimating jobs. For more information please call our office. We will be glad to arrange a free consultation with one of our sales representatives. Many references are available upon request.
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Common Sod Blends
Kentucky Bluegrass
New England Turf produces several blends of Kentucky bluegrass sod. Typically our blends will include three or four different varieties of Kentucky bluegrass such as Nuglade, Nudestiny, Award and Freedom III. Criteria for variety selection include color compatibility, insect and disease resistance, aggressiveness, and drought and shade tolerance. We utilize the National Turfgrass Evaluation Program Kentucky Bluegrass Performance Trial data to select varieties with a history of excellent performance.
Kentucky bluegrass has been and continues to be the standard bearer of the sod industry. Bluegrass is widely adaptable to sites from partial shade to full sun, mowing heights of one to four inches, and performs best with moderate to high fertility and irrigation. Its ability to recover from stress through rhizome generation makes it an excellent choice for high traffic areas. Kentucky bluegrass sod will perform best under a moderate to high maintenance regime.
Bluegrass sod is shipped with as little soil as possible. This feature enhances root development into the soil on your site. When laid by experienced installers, over a firm, even surface it quickly becomes a smooth mature turf area. Bluegrass sod should be installed the same day it is delivered.
Watering and rolling are the keys to a smooth healthy turf area. Irrigation should be monitored to avoid drying. Bluegrass sod is grown under an intense management regime and initially may require more fertility and care than other bluegrass areas at your site. Please call the office for particular information and recommendations on the care of your sod, or visit our website for more detailed information.
Bluegrass / Fine Fescue
New England Turf produces several blends of bluegrass-fine fescue sod. The blends will contain at least three varieties of bluegrass and one variety each of chewings, creeping red, and hard fine fescue. The criteria for selection of the fescue varieties used is the amount of endophyte present to enhance insect resistance, disease resistance, and low and high maintenance performance. The percentage of fine fescue present in the blend can vary due to environmental conditions just as it will on your site.
Our bluegrass-fine fescue sod blends provide a fine turf surface for residential and commercial locations. These blends are designed to adapt to widely varying maintenance programs that occur on these sites. In general fine fescues tolerate lower fertility, less irrigation and more shade than Kentucky bluegrass. In the highly maintained landscape sites, the Kentucky bluegrass blends will tend to predominate, while on the less maintained sites the fescues will predominate. Some fertility and irrigation is encouraged for the fescues on less maintained sites.
Our sod is shipped with as little soil as possible. This feature enhances root development into the soil on site. The sod should be installed the same day it is delivered. Watering and rolling are the keys to a smooth turf surface. Irrigation should be monitored until the sod is fully rooted to avoid any drying and shrinking. Our bluegrass-fine fescue sod blends are grown under an intensive management program. Initially our sod may require more fertility and care than similar blue-fescue sites on your landscape.
Tall Fescue
Tall Fescue is a durable, cool-season grass known for its deep green color, dense growth, and high tolerance to drought and foot traffic. With a deep root system and broad blades, it delivers a lush appearance while requiring less water than traditional sod varieties. This blend is ideal for homeowners and businesses seeking a low-maintenance, resilient lawn.
Tall Fescue sod is widely used for residential lawns, commercial landscapes, schools, parks, and athletic fields. Its ability to thrive in a variety of soil conditions and resist wear makes it perfect for high-traffic areas and properties that experience both sun and shade throughout the day.
Tall Fescue sod should be installed on well-prepared soil that has been cleared of debris, graded, and moistened. Lay the sod tightly in a brick-like pattern, staggering the seams, and pressing it firmly into the soil. It’s best installed during cooler months—spring or early fall—for optimal root development.
Water daily for the first two weeks to keep the sod moist and encourage deep rooting. After establishment, water deeply but infrequently. Mow once the grass reaches about 3.5 inches, and maintain a height of 2.5 to 3 inches. Fertilize seasonally with a balanced formula to keep the lawn healthy and vibrant.
Black Beauty
Black Beauty is a premium turfgrass blend known for its rich dark-green color, drought resistance, and deep root system. Its tall fescue-based formula features waxy-coated leaves that retain moisture and resist disease, making it one of the most advanced and resilient sod options available today.
Black Beauty is ideal for residential lawns, commercial properties, parks, and recreational areas where long-lasting beauty and durability are a priority. It performs exceptionally well in full sun and partial shade, making it a versatile choice for a variety of landscapes across Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
Install Black Beauty sod on a well-graded, debris-free soil bed that has been lightly moistened. Lay the sod in a staggered brick pattern, pressing down firmly to eliminate air pockets. For best results, install in early spring or fall when temperatures are cooler and root growth is most active.
Keep the sod consistently moist for the first two weeks to encourage strong root development. After establishment, water deeply once or twice a week depending on weather conditions. Mow at 3–4 inches high and fertilize seasonally with a slow-release fertilizer to maintain lush, healthy turf.
Reach Out To Us!
New England Turf proudly delivers high-quality sod and turf installations, creating beautiful, healthy lawns across New England. Our work showcases our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Feel free to reach out by phone at 401-742-0567 or fill out your information on the attached form and someone will reach out!