5 Steps for a Successful

If you’d like to install your Hawaiian Turfgrass lawn yourself, here are the five steps to follow for a successful lawn installation.

Step 1: Remove Old Lawn & Weeds
Use an herbicide to kill off the old lawn and weeds. Follow all label instructions.

Step 2 Till the Area
Rake and remove all dead plant material, including the roots of the old grass. Loosen and till the soil. Rake it until it’s a level surface.

Step 3 Add Compost
Add 1-inch of high-quality compost as a soil amendment. This creates a healthy soil surface with lots of nutrients for the roots of your new sod to grow. Spread it out evenly.

4: Level the Area
Use a roller to compact the compost. Create a level surface to install the sod.

Step 5: Install the Sod
Place the sod pieces on top of the compost in a checkerboard pattern. Push the seams together to close all gaps. Use a roller to help the sod make contact with the soil. Water it in to encourage the roots to tack down. Water two-to-three times per day for up to three weeks, then back off to your regular watering schedule.

Hawaiian Turfgrass grows, delivers and installs fresh sod. Our team of professionals is ready to help you have a beautiful, instant lawn.