How to prepare and lay turf

Remove all existing grass, weeds, stones, and other debris. Roundup or Glyphosate can be sprayed on your existing grass 7 days prior to any soil cultivation.

Prepare a base of 100 mm of well-worked soil. If your existing soil is suitable, this may be as simple as rotary hoeing the soil. If your existing soil is minimal or poor quality, you will need to apply blended soil mix evenly across the area. Your local garden supplier can advise you on the correct turf blend soil to use in your area.

To get the best results, rake the entire area to ensure a smooth, even surface. This will prevent lumps and divots in your lawn.

If you're laying turf next to paths and driveways, you need to make sure the soil is at the correct depth below the top of the path. That's 25mm for Sir Walter. 20mm for TifTuf, Sir Grange and Eureka

Apply your complimentary starter fertiliser pellets to the prepared area, aiming for an even coating. We provide free starter fertiliser with every order as well as an optional upgrade to our super starter pack.

Begin laying your turf along a straight edge, such as a driveway or path, starting at the corner furthest from the stack of lawn.

Place the lawn on the ground next to each other. Position them snugly but do not push them against each other too hard, as this can lift the turf and leave the root system without soil contact.

Trim your lawn with a sharp knife or hedge shears as needed to conform with path and garden edges.

You need to water your lawn immediately after laying it to prevent it from drying out and help it get established as quickly as possible.