Measuring For Sod
Buy Sod’s turfgrass varieties, including those that are available at your local John Deere Landscapes store, are priced per square foot (sq. ft.). So, before you order or purchase your sod, you must first calculate how many square feet of sod you will need for your site.
To begin your calculations, sketch your site onto a piece of paper, and mark off areas into geographical shapes. Then, with a tape measure or wheel, measure the dimensions (length, width, diameter, etc.) of each shape, and record those on your sketch. Next, click on each shape below to see the formula needed to calculate the square footage of that shape. Finally, add up the square feet needed for each shape to determine the total amount of sod needed for your site.
Click on one of the shapes below for instructions how to measure:
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Tifway 419 Bermuda
Tifway 419 Bermuda: The Trusted Choice for Beauty and Durability
A lawn is more than just a patch of grass—it’s the foundation of your outdoor space. It’s where memories are made, from backyard barbecues to games with the kids. It’s also the first impression your home makes with its curb appeal. A well-designed, resilient lawn enhances your lifestyle and adds lasting value to your property.
That’s where Tifway 419 Bermuda stands out. With over 50 years of proven performance, this fine-bladed, dense turfgrass is the gold standard for beauty, durability, and adaptability. Engineered to thrive in warm climates, Tifway 419 Bermuda recovers quickly from wear and tear, making it ideal for landscapes that get high traffic use.
What makes it exceptional? Its ability to spread quickly, withstand heavy use, and maintain a vibrant green color throughout the growing season. Whether you’re creating a polished front lawn or a durable recreational space, Tifway 419 Bermuda delivers the perfect balance of elegance and strength.
Full Sun
High Traffic
Drought Tolerant
Effortless Maintenance for Lasting Results
- Mowing: Height can range from 0.5″ to 2.0″ but best maintained at 0.75″ to 1.5″ with a reel mower.
- Fertility: Requires 3 to 4 lbs. N/1,000 ft2 /year.
- Weed Control: All herbicides labeled for use on bermudagrass can be safely applied to Buy Sod’s Tifway 419. Always follow label instructions.
- Disease Control: Relatively susceptible to spring dead spot. All fungicides labeled for use on bermudagrass can be safely applied to SodStar’s Tifway 419. Always follow label instructions.
- Hardiness: Susceptible to winter kill in northern transition zone.
With Tifway 419 Bermuda, you’re not just laying sod—you’re investing in a proven, high-performance solution that delivers beauty, strength, and reliability for years to come.
Your Lawn, Designed to Thrive
- Tifway 419 Bermuda isn’t just another sod option—it’s a time-tested solution for those who demand beauty, durability, and performance. Whether you’re creating a recreational space, or upgrading your home lawn, Tifway 419 Bermuda delivers exceptional results with minimal maintenance.
- Choose Tifway 419 Bermuda for a lawn that’s as strong and dependable as it is beautiful—designed to endure and thrive for years to come.
Still not sure about Tifway 419 Bermuda? Call our expert team at 866-428-9763 for assistance.
Why Choose Sod—And Why Tifway 419 Bermuda?
Why wait months for a patchy, uneven lawn to grow from seed when you can instantly transform your yard with SodStar’s blue-tag-certified sod? With Tifway 419 Bermuda, you get a lush, durable lawn that can be rolled out and established in a matter of weeks. In the Southeast’s warm climate, newly installed sod typically begins rooting within 10–14 days and is often ready for regular use in just 3–4 weeks with proper care. You’ll enjoy the immediate beauty of natural turfgrass and a smooth, even surface—perfect for relaxing, playing, or entertaining—without the long wait or unpredictability of seed.
Sod offers:
- Instant Results: Enjoy a fully established, beautiful lawn in weeks, not months.
- Fewer Weeds & Pests:Dense, healthy sod naturally suppresses weeds and discourages pests.
- Low Maintenance: No need to reseed every spring, less watering required, and fewer problem areas.
- Long-Term Value: While sod has a higher initial cost, it saves you time and money by reducing the need for extra treatments, repairs, and upkeep.
- Exceptional Heat Tolerance: Thrives in high temperatures, tolerating heat up to 110°F, making it ideal for the Southeast's hot summers.
- Drought Tolerance: Exhibits excellent drought resistance; once established, it can withstand prolonged dry periods and quickly recovers with irrigation
The Benefits of Tifway 419 Bermuda for Your Home
Whether you’re starting fresh or upgrading your yard, Tifway 419 Bermuda delivers unmatched durability and performance:
- Proven Reliability:Trusted by turf managers for over 50 years, Tifway 419 is a time-tested choice for both residential and commercial use.
- Drought Tolerance:Thrives in warm climates and requires minimal water, making it ideal for southern regions.
- High-Traffic Durability:Its dense, fine-bladed growth recovers quickly from wear, making it perfect for family backyards, and recreational areas.
- Year-Round Appeal:Maintains a vibrant green color throughout the growing season for a polished, professional look.
Pedigree
Discovered in 1954 in a seed lot of African bermudagrasses from Johannesburg, South Africa, Tifway (Tifton 419) was selected and tested cooperatively by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Georgia Coastal Plain Experiment Station and the U.S. and Southern Golf Associations. It was released in 1960.
