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Sod rolls are typically cut into standard strips covering 10 square feet. Calculating the exact rectangle helps, but cutting rolls to fit irregular garden shapes creates significant installation waste.
New sod needs consistent moisture to root into the soil below. Water deeply within 30 minutes of laying, then keep the soil consistently moist (not soggy) for the first two weeks, watering once or twice daily depending on weather. After roots establish, gradually reduce to a normal watering schedule of about 1 inch per week.
A: Sod typically begins rooting within 2 to 3 weeks under proper watering conditions. Avoid heavy foot traffic during this period to let the roots establish undisturbed.
A: Curved beds, borders, and irregular lawn shapes require trimming rolls to fit, which creates waste. A 5-10% buffer accounts for these cuts so you don't run short mid-installation.