Choosing The Right Turf

Choosing the right turf for your lawn

Welcome to Award Turf Supplies first blog post, this post will hopefully be the first of many that we hope will be an informative and educational experience for our customers, past, present, and future, when determining what turf supplies you need to make your lawn sing.
This first post will briefly examine the things to think about when considering laying turf on your lawn. We will examine some things that will be common knowledge and some that you may not have thought about.
So without further ado, here are the top eight tips for choosing the right lawn for you and your property.

Top eight tips to think of when choosing the right turf for your property

1.    Think about climate- The first and perhaps most important thing to be aware of when choosing turf for your home is the climate in which you live. Different types of turf work better in different weather conditions, some are better in colder climes, some deal better with water restrictions and arid climates.

2.    Think about aspect- After determining the weather and climate your new turf lawn will face is the the choice determined by aspect. By aspect we are referring to the conditions of your backyard or area you plan on covering with turf. Is the area in shade throughout the day or is it mostly in full sun? These are the kinds of questions you should be answering before deciding on a turf variety for your lawn.

3.    Think about usage- Will the area you plan to turf be high traffic or low traffic? Do you want to interact with the lawn or simply have it for aesthetic value? Some turfs are much more suited to high volumes of traffic than others and this can make a huge difference for the longevity and wellbeing of your new lawn.

4.    Think about colour- Colour can also be a big determining factor for the type of turf you end up laying down. Shades of green range from light and bright through to purplish greens. A lawn that is matched by colour will look great for your property.

5.    Think about maintenance- How much time do you want to invest in your new lawn? Depending on the varietal you end up going for you could have a lot of work in maintaining your lawn, or vice versa. Think about how much time you want to spend on your backyard before making a decision.

6.    Think about price- Simply put, some turfs are more expensive than others. The cost of turf usually comes with some form of benefit but ask yourself how much you want to invest in your turf project before embarking.

7.    Robust or soft to the touch- Some grass excels at heavy traffic and tends to be rougher and more robust as a result. Some grass is luxuriously soft and a dream to sit upon. Decide what is more important to you and examine compromises.

8.    Time vs. Price- With cost usually comes benefits. Take for instance the Buffalo varieties of turf which have a considerably higher purchase price, however, Buffalo turf is considerably cheaper to maintain than the Couch varieties, meaning your initial high cost investment in your turf becomes a lifetime investment.

So there you have it, the top eight tips on what to have in mind when considering a turf supply upgrade for your home. Come back next time as we give you some tips for laying the perfect lawn.

Author Bio
100% family owned and operated, Award Turf Supplies has over 40 years of combined turf farming history. Our turf is grown on the banks of the Hawkesbury River sprawling over 100 acres of prime turf farm. We offer our customers the very best in turf varieties and supplies, as well as knowledgeable and friendly customer service. Whatever your turf supply needs, if you want the best products and advice, get in touch with the team at Award Turf Supplies.