🌱 4 Varieties Grown Right Here in Roxboro

Our Turf Varieties

From drought-tough bermuda to shade-loving fescue β€” we grow premium sod and seed for every yard in central North Carolina.

TifTuf Bermuda Sod

🟒 Available Year-Round

Developed by the University of Georgia and tested extensively at NC State, TifTuf Bermuda has proven itself as the top-performing bermuda variety in North Carolina. It uses 38% less water than other bermuda grasses while maintaining superior color and density.

TifTuf greens up early in spring and holds its color well into November β€” longer than any other bermuda variety. It's cold tolerant to zone 6b, making it perfect for central NC's occasional freezes.

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Sun Requirement
5+ Hours
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Water Needs
Very Low
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Mow Height
0.5–2 inches
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Season
Year-Round

🌱 TifTuf Care Tips

  • Water daily for the first 2 weeks after installation β€” don't let it dry out
  • After establishment, TifTuf needs minimal supplemental irrigation
  • Mow at 1–2 inches for home lawns, 0.5–1 inch for sport-turf quality
  • Fertilize 2–3 times during growing season (April–September)
  • Apply pre-emergent herbicide in early spring before crabgrass germinates
  • Goes dormant (brown) in winter β€” this is normal, it greens up in March/April
  • Best planted March through October for fastest establishment

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TifTuf Bermuda sod lawn in North Carolina

Pennington Fescue Sod

πŸ“… Available September – June

Our Pennington Signature Series fescue is specifically selected for North Carolina's climate. This premium tall fescue blend delivers a deep, dark green color that stays attractive through fall, winter, and spring β€” when warm-season grasses are dormant and brown.

Fescue is the most shade-tolerant option we carry, thriving with as little as 3-4 hours of direct sunlight. It's the go-to choice for yards with large trees, north-facing slopes, and partially shaded areas.

We recommend in-ground irrigation for fescue lawns, especially during NC's hot summers. Fescue is a cool-season grass that can stress in July and August heat without adequate water.

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Sun Requirement
3-4 Hours Min
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Water Needs
Moderate
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Mow Height
3–4 inches
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Season
Sep – June

🌱 Fescue Care Tips

  • Water daily for the first 2–3 weeks after installation
  • Mow at 3–4 inches β€” never cut more than β…“ of the blade at once
  • Fertilize in September and November for best results
  • Overseed thin areas each fall (September–October is ideal)
  • Apply pre-emergent in early spring to prevent crabgrass
  • In-ground irrigation strongly recommended for summer survival
  • Best installed September through May β€” avoid mid-summer planting
  • Some browning in peak summer heat is normal for fescue in NC

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Pennington fescue sod close-up in North Carolina

Compadre Zoysia Sod

πŸ“… Available May – October

If you want a beautiful lawn without spending every weekend mowing and fertilizing, Compadre Zoysia is your answer. It grows a thick, dense carpet that naturally crowds out weeds and handles moderate shade β€” something most warm-season grasses can't do.

Compadre requires less mowing than bermuda (it grows more slowly) and less fertilizer than fescue. It's incredibly durable, handling foot traffic from kids, pets, and equipment without thinning out.

The trade-off? Zoysia goes dormant (turns brown) from November through March. But many homeowners prefer this to the constant maintenance of a year-round green lawn.

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Sun Requirement
4+ Hours
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Water Needs
Low
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Mow Height
1–2.5 inches
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Season
May – Oct

🌱 Zoysia Care Tips

  • Water daily for 2–3 weeks after installation until roots establish
  • Mow at 1–2.5 inches β€” zoysia looks best kept relatively short
  • Fertilize only 1–2 times per growing season (May and July)
  • Zoysia naturally chokes out most weeds once established
  • Goes dormant in winter (brown) β€” this is normal and healthy
  • Best installed May through September for fastest root development
  • Handles moderate shade β€” better than bermuda in partial sun
  • Aerate once per year in late spring to reduce thatch buildup

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Compadre Zoysia sod lawn in North Carolina

Fescue Seed β€” 50lb Bags

🟒 Available Year-Round

We carry the same premium Pennington fescue blend used in our sod, available as seed in convenient 50lb bags. Whether you're overseeding an existing fescue lawn, repairing bare spots, or establishing a brand-new lawn from seed, this is top-quality genetics.

Seed is the most economical way to establish a fescue lawn β€” though it does require patience. Expect 10-14 days for germination and 6-8 weeks before the lawn is usable. For instant results, check out our fescue sod above.

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Package Size
50lb Bag
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Coverage (New)
~5,000 sq ft
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Coverage (Overseed)
~10,000 sq ft
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Availability
Year-Round

🌱 Seeding Tips

  • Best time to seed: September – October (fall) or March – April (spring)
  • Prep soil: till to 4", remove debris, apply starter fertilizer
  • New lawns: apply 8-10 lbs per 1,000 sq ft
  • Overseeding: apply 4-5 lbs per 1,000 sq ft
  • Lightly rake seed into soil β€” don't bury deeper than ΒΌ inch
  • Keep soil consistently moist (water 2-3 times daily) until germination
  • Germination takes 10-14 days; avoid walking on new seedlings
  • First mow when grass reaches 4 inches β€” set mower to 3 inches

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Fescue grass lawn grown from seed in North Carolina

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