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Alan Jackson - Where Were You When The World Stopped Turning One of the most poignant songs ever written about 9/11. The song really touches me because 9/11/2001 was my 25th wedding anniversary and we were on a Caribbe...

Don’t “sweat it” in this heat!
Get the COOLEST SOD IN TOWN!
If sod is exposed to hot weather for even a few hours, it’s susceptible to on-pallet spoilage. Think of all of that sod sitting outside of the big box stores baking in the summer sun, sometimes for days at a time. To avoid this problem, after we harvest Marathon Sod, the pallets are transferred into our own specially built cooling chamber which, through a high tech evaporative cooling process, drops the sod temperature to well below 40 degrees. Brrrrrrrrrrrr! This prevents the sod from spoiling, keeping it fresher and healthier, so it will thrive when establishing itself at your home.�No one else in the sod industry is equipped to provide this valuable service. We are the only sod grower whose commitment to quality dictates making such a substantial investment for our customers. 800-532-3489 ™ sod.com

Orta Garden Supply in Culver City is an authorized dealer of beautiful, durable Marathon™Sod and all of our other many varieties of turf. Meet the Dealer Mondays! We will feature a different Authorized Dealer of Marathon™Sod each week. Looking for something local? Comment with your zip code and we can hook you up! sod.com ™ sod.com

We’ve seen temperatures that have reached triple digits this week in some areas of southern California. When the weather is hot, YOU get thirsty and so does your landscape. Here’s how to rectify the symptoms of a thirsty blade of turf:
The most important step toward achieving a long lasting beautiful healthy lawn is to begin with a properly designed irrigation system. Click on the Sprinkler Planning and Installation Guide for step-by step instructions. The fundamentals described in the guide can be combined with the new technology devices described below to create a very water efficient irrigation system. https://sod.com/irrigation-system/

First Day of School?...Backpack is on. Shoes are tied. It’s time to rock! And what better spot for a first day of school photo than on a beautiful lawn?
Please share your “first day of school” pics (especially those on a beautiful lawn) in the comments. sod.com 800-532-3489

Turfgrass Sequesters Carbon
Stands of healthy turfgrass play an important role in carbon sequestration or removal of carbon from the atmosphere. During photosynthesis, carbon dioxide is converted into plant biomass allowing for long-term storage of carbon below the ground within roots. Where grassland systems differ from other ecosystems is that the below ground biomass is relatively large compared to the above ground growth. Read more about how sustainability maintained turf serves the environment in many ways in this article from the National Park Service at https://www.nps.gov/subjects/turfmanagement/benefits.htm

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Keep Your Lawn and Save Water? How Drought Safe Lawns Might Be An Answer for California Communities.
Water conservation is an important goal, but the only answer is NOT expensive rebate programs incentivizing turf removal or “de-greening.”
There may some unintended consequences that go along with turf removal:
-Higher ambient temperatures
-Less oxygen
-Less carbon sequestration
In this webinar, three experts weigh in on alternatives to conserve water and still maintain a green landscape which includes a lawn.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oi43O4g4inw

Happy Labor Day! It’s still pretty hot out there. What is your favorite color?...
Ours is green, of course!
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Back to school soon?...something to think about! Sod.com 800-532-3489

Labor Day is coming up this weekend… Any fun plans?
Share with us your favorite family activity while hanging out on your lawn.

For children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), play in grassy outdoor areas has resulted in significantly better functioning and fewer symptoms than play that occurred without exposure to such spaces. Additional benefits are still being discovered. READ more about the benefits of live grass to your health and wellness at: https://www.pennington.com/all-products/grass-seed/resources/how-natural-lawns-benefit-you-and-your-environment?fbclid=IwAR2M7J3yt99X_g_EwHKAiriSlt-73HcvDgLbi_A8vc9bP6_SzChHCxd55cY…
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17th Street Lawnmower is an authorized dealer of beautiful, durable Marathon™ Sod and all of our other many varieties of turf. Meet the Dealer Mondays! We will *feature a different Authorized Dealer of Marathon™Sod each week. Looking for something local? Comment with your zip code or enter it info our FIND A DEALER NEAR YOU link at https://www.sod.com/dealer-search/ and we can hook you up! sod.com ™

Did you know, the optimal height for a Marathon™ Sod lawn in the upcoming fall months is about 2 1/2 inches? At each mowing, you should only be removing about the top 1/3 of the grass blade.
At each mowing, you should only be removing about the top 1/3 of the grass blade. Get more lawn care and maintenance tips from our website at https://sod.com/lawncare/lawn-care-mowing/

Mark your calendar - John Domenici from Southland Sod Farms will be here to answer all your lawn questions. We hope to see you there.

Home Show Consultants Producers of high-quality Home & Garden shows in Southern California since 1991!

Grass is GOOD for the environment!
Get the facts:
Nature’s Air Conditioner
Reduces Greenhouse Gas
Purifies the Air
Provides Urban Habitat for Animals
Helps Prevent Soil Erosion
Get the facts: https://www.sod.com/grass-fact/ 800-532-3489

What can you do to keep cool during a heatwave? Grow a beautiful lawn surrounding your home.
Check out “Lawns are Nature’s Air Conditioner” on our YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/MpVrZ4hrdsg. Studies show an average lawn of 2500 sq. ft. - about the size of a tennis court - can produce as much cooling as a 2-ton air conditioner, and you don't have to plug it in and use electricity!
On a hot summer day, a lawn is approximately:
30 degrees cooler than asphalt
14 degrees cooler than bare soil
35 degrees cooler than artificial turf
There's nothing like REAL GRASS. It's good for you, your family, AND the environment. sod.com 800-532-3489

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How Can Mowing the Lawn Can Be Good for Your Mental Health?
It Releases Endorphins
There are many types of mowers. You have gas, electric, manual, push, and ride on. When you’re using a push mower, and especially a push reel mower, you’re getting quite a workout. Exercising is beneficial in many ways, not just for the body, but for the mind as well. You’re releasing endorphins, a chemical that is associated with painkilling and feeling good. So if you want to feel better, why not give a mower a try? Read the full article at: https://mygreenerylife.com/mowing-lawn-can-be-good-your-mental-health/ sod.com 800-532-3489 com ™

Orange County Farm Supply is an authorized dealer of beautiful, durable Marathon™ Sod and all of our other many varieties of turf. Meet the Dealer Mondays! We will *feature a different Authorized Dealer of Marathon™Sod each week. Looking for something local? Comment with your zip code or enter it info our FIND A DEALER NEAR YOU link at https://www.sod.com/dealer-search/ and we can hook you up! sod.com ™

Would YOU wear these?
Nothing feels like REAL Marathon™ Sod beneath your feet. But this pin from our Southland Sod Farms Pinterest board called “Wearing a Lawn” is pretty cool.
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Sooooo many beautiful choices!
Southland Sod Farm is the exclusive grower of Marathon™ Sod and service all of Southern CA. Our many varieties include Marathon™, Marathon II™, Marathon III™, Ryeblue , Pureblue Lite, Greenwave, St. Augustine, and Hybrid Bermuda. We also offer Marathon™ Seed and Fertilizer. Call us at 1-800-532-3489 or visit sod.com ™ , , , , , , ,
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IT'S WATER WEDNESDAY
Check out our blog “Whiskey is for Drinking; Water is for Fighting Over” on our website at https://www.sod.com/blog/2022/11/07/whiskey-is-for-drinking-water-is-for-fighting-over/
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Sod questions? Get your answers!
Visit our booth at the Orange County Fair Saturday, 8/17 and Sunday, 8/18
Look for John Domenici in the Southland Sod Farms booth located in the Centennial Farm area. John can assist you in selecting which variety of grass best suits your needs, and answer questions regarding common lawn problems.
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Whittier Fertilizer is an authorized dealer of beautiful, durable Marathon™ Sod and all of our other many varieties of turf. Meet the Dealer Mondays! We will *feature a different Authorized Dealer of Marathon™Sod each week. Looking for something local? Comment with your zip code or enter it info our FIND A DEALER NEAR YOU link at https://www.sod.com/dealer-search/ and we can hook you up! sod.com ™

Let’s face it – DOGS LOVE GRASS – and WE love our furry family members! and here's a great list of places to take them from our Southland Sod Farms Pinterest boards, Most Dog-Friendly Vacation Destinations In The US https://www.pinterest.com/pin/851039660817336508/