Summary

How to establish a new lawn with sod or plugs for fast cover and erosion control. Learn the difference between slab and big roll sod, how to lay pieces tightly in a staggered pattern, fill seams, and roll to remove air pockets. Includes handling tips to prevent heat damage, plus guidance on plug size and spacing, often used for zoysiagrass. Covers aftercare basics such as early irrigation, mowing timing, light fertilizing, and watching for weeds, insects, and diseases.