Grass Seeds or SOD in backyard

[Rip808]

Sod. Also, it is imperative that you make sure that the builder has sloped your yard correctly in order for water to run towards the front of your house.

Here is an excellent picture: http://yourhousewhisperers.com/wp-co...13/07/23-2.jpg

Do not close until this is correct. Trust me, you will regret it afterwards. I had to fight with my builder for months to the point that they finally approved some drains to help with all the standing water issues I was having. Schedule your grass installation as soon as you close because if it rains, the builder will not be responsible if the grading gets messed up do to rain, etc.

[bu2]

Originally Posted by Rip808

Sod. Also, it is imperative that you make sure that the builder has sloped your yard correctly in order for water to run towards the front of your house.

Here is an excellent picture: http://yourhousewhisperers.com/wp-co...13/07/23-2.jpg

Do not close until this is correct. Trust me, you will regret it afterwards. I had to fight with my builder for months to the point that they finally approved some drains to help with all the standing water issues I was having. Schedule your grass installation as soon as you close because if it rains, the builder will not be responsible if the grading gets messed up do to rain, etc.

Definitely don't forget slope. It doesn't have to be like his picture, but you're in trouble if it drains towards your foundation.

[crone]

IIRC, the CoH subdivision ordinance, which controls everything in the ETJ, mandates yards drain to the street.

Sometimes the drainage is changed when folks put in landscaping.

[Panda_Puck]

Thanks all for your helpful comments.

Thanks.

[Duchess_of_peru]

Sod is probably best. St. Augustine tolerates some shade. In the winter hand spread rye grass for winter color and to keep from tracking unwanted mud into the house -Sold at feed stores or WalMart. The main problem with any seed is the rain washing it away or uneven growth. There are lots of places that sell and deliver sod. And you can plant St Augustine in clumps and runners and with patience and water it will cover and make a lawn. Good luck!

[PedroMartinez]

Panda, you may want to consider doing an under-the-grass drip system and even researching grasses other than St. Augustine.

The drip systems use much less water, are much more efficient and are much better for the grass.

Although St. Augustine does great in Houston, it's not a great grass, IMHO. I have it due to my grass type not being a high priority along with the fact that it was there when I bought the house. If I started new, I'd seriously consider a drip system and a different type of grass.

[Panda_Puck]

Thanks Pedro,

So far, i have seen Bermuda and Zoysia but both seem to be much more expensive that St.Augustine.
Do you have any other recommendations? I don't want to spend lot of money for grass but do have some wiggle room if i can get good quality grass for decent price.

Thanks,

[PedroMartinez]

Originally Posted by Panda_Puck

Thanks Pedro,

So far, i have seen Bermuda and Zoysia but both seem to be much more expensive that St.Augustine.
Do you have any other recommendations? I don't want to spend lot of money for grass but do have some wiggle room if i can get good quality grass for decent price.

Thanks,

Here is a long thread about grass in Houston:

Is there anything better than St Augustine grass?