Q&A – Do I need to kill my existing grass before I lay sod?
Question:
I'm considering laying Zoysia sod next Spring. Do I need to kill my existing grass (bermuda and fescue) with Roundup before laying sod or can I just till the existing grass under? Also, when is the best time to lay Zoysia sod in Memphis?
Answer:
You should kill your existing grass. If you do not, then the old grass will grow up through the cracks between the pieces of sod. After you have killed the old grass, till the soil. This will allow the new sod to take root easier.
Related Resources:
Establishing a Lawn from Sod
Sod Installation and Maintenance
I'm considering laying Zoysia sod next Spring. Do I need to kill my existing grass (bermuda and fescue) with Roundup before laying sod or can I just till the existing grass under? Also, when is the best time to lay Zoysia sod in Memphis?
Answer:
You should kill your existing grass. If you do not, then the old grass will grow up through the cracks between the pieces of sod. After you have killed the old grass, till the soil. This will allow the new sod to take root easier.
Related Resources:
Establishing a Lawn from Sod
Sod Installation and Maintenance