A good rule of thumb is to keep your lawn moist, but not soaked. Watering your lawn for 8-10 minutes two to three times per day should enable you to provide enough moisture without overwatering. (SPRING AND FALL UNDER 85 degrees). 

In over 95 degrees (PEAK OF SUMMER) you will need to water up to 4 times a day.

Avoid watering too close to night time specially in fall and winter and early spring.

Skip watering if it rains.

The first 2-3 weeks are crucial for plants to get established. After this initial period you can cut back on the watering frequency and time. However newly installed grass and trees will not be established for months so a slow reduction in watering schedule is needed specially in warmer months or in droughts.

WAIT TO MOW: It’s a good idea to wait at least five weeks to mow your lawn after installation in order to avoid cutting the new sod too close to the root and make sure grass trimmings are being bagged and not mulched.

Different grasses have different needs but a lush St Agustine sod benefits from long blades, (blades collect the sun, protect the ground from depletion and burning, and protect from freezes). So if you want grass make sure you let it grow accordingly.

FERTILIZE: It can only be done under 85 degrees. All of our newly installed lawns come with starter fertilizer. Part of the regular maintenance of sod, plants and trees is the application of quality fertilizer, which works to help create and maintain a sustainable root system that will keep your yard lush for years to come. 

To know when to water the lawn, simply observe the grass/plant and tree. Wilting and discoloration are signs of water stress. At the first sign of wilting, you have 24 to 48 hours to water before serious injury occurs. Apply 1 inch of water to the lawn as rapidly as possible without runoff.