Do you know the types of grasses that are available in North Florida? The list seems endless, each type has its benefits and advantages depending on the soil, the ground moisture, and exposure to the sun. For North Florida, the best varieties are called warm weather grasses, as they have been specially cultivated to thrive in a warmer and moister environment.
Here is a short list of the most popular and their characteristics for a quick review:
- Centipede Sod, most common, low maintenance and loves the sun.
- Bermuda, ease of maintenance, toughness, and beauty.
- Augustine, thrives on moisture and has good shade tolerance.
- Zoysia,high drought resistance and wears well.
- Bahia, durable, resistant to insects and disease and survives in the soil where other grasses may not.
The selection of the suitable and best sod is critical to ensure that the lawn will meet expectations for lush green growth. When installing a designed landscape, the choice of the type of turf that is best to lay should be left up to a professional who has the knowledge and experience in the area and the appropriate kinds of grasses. Big Bend Landscaping has such staff members, they can make the correct decisions as they relate to what sod should be laid.
Big Bend Landscaping is also able to replace existing lawns that may be suffering from being the wrong grass for the area. Call us for a free consultation.