LAYING YOUR TURF

Laying your Turf

• Start at a straight edge. e.g. a driveway, path or fence.
• Roll out turf, make sure all the joins are butted tightly
  together, do not overlap edges.
• Lay your turf rolls in a brick pattern (see diagram).
• Use a large, sharp knife to trim around trees and flower beds.
• Rolling out will smooth out air pockets and bumps and ensure good contact with the soil.

Watering

• Once the area has been turfed, heavily water the new turf to prevent drying.
• After initial watering, water should be applied every morning and every afternoon for 7 to 10 days (depending on weather conditions).
• Sydney Water may provide you with an exemption certificate provided your needs meet with their requirements.
• Most new lawns should then be watered every second day in Spring and Summer after which time a weekly deep watering should then be sufficient.
• Newly laid turf should not be allowed to dry out.

Mowing

• Mowing will be needed approximately 3 to 4 weeks after laying.
• Check that the turf cannot be easily lifted, this indicates your lawn's root system has begun to bind with the soil below.
• The mower should be set at a higher level for the first cut, taking the top third of the leaf using sharp blades.

Fertilising

• One month after laying, fertilise your new lawn with a recommended fertliliser, available from your local nursery. Once you have applied your fertilizer, water well in to prevent burning. This should be done every 3 months to ensure you maintain a fit and healthy lawn.

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