Long Island Sod Company

Long Island summers can bring intense heat, humidity, and the occasional drought—conditions that stress even the healthiest lawns. If you've invested in new sod, keeping it green through the summer takes consistent effort, the right techniques, and close attention to weather patterns. Here’s how to protect your lawn and keep it looking lush when the temperature rises. Water Deeply and Infrequently The key to healthy sod during a heatwave is deep, infrequent watering. Instead of watering lightly every day, [...]

In New York, where lawns cycle through four distinct seasons, knowing how and when to fertilize your sod is key to maintaining a thick, vibrant lawn. Fertilizing provides essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium that help your sod grow strong, resist weeds, and recover from foot traffic and weather stress. A general rule for fertilizing sod in New York’s climate is 3–4 times per year. The most important feeding happens in early spring (late March to April), when [...]