Frequently Asked Questions
Buying Turf
To measure the area, simply measure the length and then the width of the area and then multiply them together. This will give you the amount of square metres you require. For difficult to measure areas you have to square off the area as best as you can then measure in small sections one section at a time than add them all together using the same calculation method.
Turf is measured in square metres and standard rolls of turf are 58 cm wide and 173 cm long. This is equivalent to 1 square metre. The size of the turf will generally depend on the type of the job.
The prices vary with the type of the turf you are buying. Here we offer different types of turf like Sir Walter Turf, Platinum Zoysia, Nullarbor Couch and Eureka Kikuyu. All these are top quality products that come at the best prices. These turf-types represent value for money.
Yes – we deliver turf rolls to you. We offer daily deliveries to all Sydney Metropolitan locations. You buy directly from us so we deliver directly to you. The turf delivered to you is freshly cut direct from our Greener Lawn farms.
We happily deliver turf to the required site. Any additional delivery costs are based on the quantity of required turf.
The most convenient and reliable time for us is 48 hours after a client makes an order. For our valued customers, urgent delivery can be arranged.
Yes. Clients are advised to pick up their turf from our sites within our working hours. Please call ahead so that we can have your turf rolls ready for you.
We supply and lay the turf for you. If you are not in a position to prepare and lay your lawn before the installation of the turf, our staff will come to your aid. They will take the measurements of the area to be turfed and will give you the quote on the spot. They will kill any existing weeds or lawn and take all other lawn preparation steps. Unlike others, we do not take shortcuts here at Greener Lawn.
We have an installation service that can by customised to meet our customers’ needs.
Laying Turf
You can lay your lawn at any time of the year. However, you should consider the following: • A lawn laid down in warmer weather requires more water and will be established faster. • If you lay your lawn during the cooler months of the year, it will not require much water but will take much longer to take root.
From our experience, spring and autumn are the optimal seasons. However, some varieties do well when planted any time of the year. We also ensure that our turf supplies Sydney are adaptable to all conditions.
Quality top soil should range from 3-6 inches in depth. The well prepared soil encourages fast and deep rooting.
Turf is a living plant and the best results are achieved when it is laid immediately upon delivery. The turf rolls need to be in contact with the topsoil and moisture as soon as possible for it to survive. Begin watering your new turf immediately after installation especially in summer.
Bare ground needs to be fertilized before instant turf rolls are laid. We can supply the required fertilizer based on the client’s needs.
Keep off your newly laid lawn for at least three to four weeks to avoid foot print indentations in the lawn.
Maintaining Turf
Several aspects determine how often you should water a lawn. Factors such as grass type, shade, exposure to the sun and the soil type influence the frequency of watering. However, for most lawns, once a week is enough when done deeply and evenly.
You will have to use overhead watering for the first 21 days then drip irrigation can be considered. Moreover, make sure that the drip systems have been efficiently installed for effective use.
Weeds are a major concern, especially during spring. Spring comes with more than adequate soil moisture resulting in more weed germination. To control weeds, use an all-purpose weed controller listed for use on lawns. Products that contain any form of Round-Up should not be used as they kill everything, including the turf. Read the product label to ascertain the product is safe for your lawn. If you are not sure of the product safety, contact turf Sydney for a detailed assessment.
We have been asked the question in the past about a little flowering stems in their new Sir Walter lawn. This is a natural characteristic feature in certain soft leaf Buffalo Lawns, at certain times of the year. If these seed heads appear in your lawn just simply mow your lawn and these seed heads will disappear. Sometimes this is an indication that your lawn may need to be fertilised. Click here more information about fertilising.
If your lawn is struggling from wear and tear from pets, children playing etc, you may have some weeds appear in these areas. If this happens try pulling these weeds out by hand or if there are too many weeds to do this, you could purchase a broadleaf weed killer, such as Bin-Die. Make sure you read the directions of use section to make sure you purchase the correct chemical for your particular turf variety of turf. *Please note: Keeping your lawn well fertilised and healthy will keep your lawn weed free.
When sudden changes occur in the weather for example extreme heat and rain (humid weather) Buffalo and other varieties may go to seed. This also may be an indication of the soil lacking nutrients if seed heads constantly appear. Fertilising is a good idea in this instance, if seed heads continue to appear you can use the Sir Walter Fertiliser or another similar product from your local nursery or Bunnings store. Seed heads can be mown and will not reproduce, all warm season grasses are grown from runners and do not come in a seed form.
When dogs urinate and leave burn patches on your lawn, it can be annoying. But we love our best friend so to help this problem, you can purchase Dog Rocks from Greener Lawn. Dog Rocks are made from naturally occurring paramagnetic igneous rock which when placed in water will filter out impurities found in tap water. Place the rocks in your dogs water bowl and rather than replace the water just top it up. You should notice a change in your lawns appearance within 5 weeks.
