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If you are a commercial contractor in charge of a landscaping project or a homeowner wanting to bring new life to your lawn, you are most likely looking into several options for grass. It can be very helpful to consider the benefits of choosing to work with sod.

What makes sod unique is that it is laid in place at an already mature stage. This is beneficial because it requires no waiting period for growth nor meticulous upkeep to ensure healthy growth. What this is actually preventing is the maintenance involved in working from the seeds up, the possibility of uneven or spotty growth, and the possibility of areas that have no grow at all.

It is also helpful that several varieties of sod are available that thrive in otherwise difficult or highly weather-susceptible environments. In areas that are prone to heavy wash out and erosion, for instance, grass seeds often have no chance of surviving. They are quickly washed away with heavy rain. Sod, however, is very suitable for this kind of area because appropriate types are available and it is installed in a mature state.

Another very helpful benefit of this mature grass is that it is a very strong, durable choice for your landscaping needs. From sports fields to family picnics to dog parks, there is at least one variety that can handle the environment, amount of traffic, and climate that your project requires.

It is helpful to homeowners, businesses, and contractors alike that this type of turf requires very little effort or cost to maintain. All it needs is to be watered, mowed, and fertilized as you deem necessary. Low maintenance elements are helpful in any landscaping project.

Another largely beneficial aspect of sod is that it has positive environmental effects. Besides preventing erosion as mentioned before, this grass also acts as a filter for rainwater runoff into the soil and water supply, helping to prevent pollution. Its natural weed barrier also reduces the need for possibly harmful chemical weed killers. Its mature state furthermore instantly requires less use of water for growing and it immediately begins taking carbon dioxide from the air and releasing breathable oxygen.

Finally, it can also be very appealing to have a lush and beautiful lawn or space right away, as opposed to waiting for grass to grow. It can take less than one day if the space is not enormous to have a large portion of your landscaping completed and looking finished.

Check out several websites and other resources for more information and additional tips about using sod. It can be very helpful to keep these benefits in mind while you are planning your project.