Types of Sod

Shady areas in your yard—like under large trees, beside buildings, or between structures—can pose a challenge when trying to grow healthy grass. Most turfgrasses thrive in full sun, but on Long Island, several grass varieties are well-suited to areas that get limited direct light each day. Fine fescue is the top choice for shady areas on Long Island. This category includes several types of fescue, such as creeping red fescue, chewings fescue, and hard fescue. These grasses have fine [...]

If you’re planning to upgrade your lawn in Nassau or Suffolk County, odds are you’ve come across two popular sod choices: Fescue blends and Kentucky Bluegrass. Both are cool-season grasses that grow well in the Long Island climate, but they serve different purposes, look slightly different, and perform better in different settings. Here’s a full breakdown to help you decide which sod is best for your Long Island property. Fescue Blend: A Versatile, Low-Maintenance Option Fescue blends are made [...]