How To Lay Down Sod Video. How to hold sod in place on a hill. Starting from the middle instead will make it.
Starting from the middle instead will make it. On slopes, place sod across (perpendicular) to the slope, not horizontally with the slope. Unroll the first roll of sod against the longest edge of surrounding landscaping or concrete, making sure the entire length makes contact with the soil below it.
Sod your grass on a day that is not too hot.
Your sod will not green up until the spring. Lay the sod start by dampening the soil with a sprinkler or hose, then rake out any footprints you’ve left behind. Remove the top layer of soil, digging down about 2 inches if possible. Your joints should be staggered like bricks.