Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to lay turf?
We supply turf throughout the year, with the peak times being Spring and Autumn. Turf can be laid at any time of year, but during dry periods you will need to be able to water your newly laid turf daily. During the Winter root growth is slower so establishment takes a little longer.
What size will the turf rolls be?
The turf rolls will be 610mm (24") wide and 1650mm (65") long covering one square metre. Turf lengths occasionally vary due to weather conditions. Budget Turf is occasionally cut in square yard rolls with dimensions of 16" wide and 81" long.
Can I choose which day turf is delivered?
Yes, by using our Express Delivery service. The only days we can't make Express Deliveries are Sundays and Mondays. If you require a Saturday delivery a £25 premium is charged, so Friday deliveries are popular with our customers.
If you live in the CM, CO, IP and SS regions you can benefit from our Super Saver delivery service. This means that the cost will be reduced but you will not be able to choose a day for delivery - it will have to fit in with us but will generally be within one week of ordering. With Super Saver deliveries we call you the evening before we intend to deliver. Super Saver deliveries are made using our own fleet of lorries that can deliver every day apart from Sunday.
How is turf delivered?
The lorry driver will get as close as possible to your house and then unload the palleted turf onto the kerb. Please make provisions to allow room for the driver to unload and let us know of any potential problems.
How long can I leave turf rolled up?
You should begin to lay turf immediately after delivery. A roll of turf is a living mat of plants that need light as well as water and sunlight to thrive. If turf is left rolled up it will heat up and begin to turn yellow - this happens faster during warm weather.
Why has my turf shrunk?
Newly laid turf will occasionally shrink if it has not been watered enough. To minimise this problem ensure that you water newly laid turf during dry periods every evening with a sprinkler.
When can I walk on my new lawn?
It is best to wait for about three weeks. This will have given the roots the time to knit into the soil below.
When can I begin mowing my new lawn?
Don't be tempted to mow your new lawn until the roots are firmly anchored into the soil below. The basic rules are:
• Always use a mower that is correctly set with a sharp blade
• Never remove more than one third of top growth in one pass
• Remove grass clippings
For more information see our Mowing Tips.
Classic Lawn
- Premium quality family lawn turf
- Densely swarded
- Easy to lay rolls
- Quick to establish
- Firm favourite with garden centres and landscaping professionals
Budget Lawn
- Ideal lawn for children and pets
- Suits lower budgets
- Check for availability
Screened Topsoil
- Sold in tonne bags
- Ideal pre-turfing topsoil
- Easy to work
- Screened sandy loam
- Environmentally friendly
- Available throughout the year
