how long does it take for turves to blend into each other?

Question

I have just lad turf, and you can obviously see the staggered joins and each individual turf.
Should I water this straight away with a lot of water?
And how long would it take to blend in and look like a whole lawn?

Answer 1

water everyday soak it through and it will look great in a couple of weeks never let it dry out

Answer 2

Whenever possible water grass and most other plants before 10:00 AM. Evening watering provides opportunity for mildew and other fungus growth. It also will encourage slugs and snails to feast on the plants, as well as other nocturnal pests. Plants, like most living things, do best if their day is started with food. Water is the transport medium for sustenance for all living things.

For best use of water resources, water lightly then let it soak for 20-30 minutes ***. Then deep water to 1". To determine when you've reached 1", mark an empty margarine tub or similar container 1" up from the bottom. Place the container 1/2 the distance from the sprinkler head to the edge of the water pattern. Note the time it takes to fill the tub to the 1" mark. Use this time to water all areas of your lawn - for that matter, all your outdoor, in-ground plants.. The frequency of watering will depend on your soil and weather. Do not keep the soil wet. Water again when the soil is just barely damp.

*** Compare this to wetting an absolutely dry sponge or a slightly damp sponge.

Use fertilizer sparingly on new plants. Apply at a rate of about 1/4 strength or less, and never use high nitrogen fertilizer on new plants. Fertilize 2 -24 hours after watering. Fertilizing a dry plant will injure the plant and may even kill it. Fertilizers are labeled w/ 3 numbers: the first number relates to nitrogen (leaf growth); the second number is potassium (blossom, seed production); third is potash (root growth). Occasionally you'll see see a 4th number. This is usually a soil acidifier such as sulpher or aluminum compounds and is a special use fertilizer. High nitrogen fertilizers do "green-up" plants quickly, but it does so at the expense of the root system. Weak root systems provide opportunity for weeds and insects to take residence. Be wary of Iron supplements. Many of them are iron plus a lot of nitrogen - read the label carefully.

It will take 2+ weeks to notice growth change in most plants, including grass.

Answer 3

the watering tips are great, also a little in filling to make sure the joints really are together, don't be afraid to stomp the joints down, keep the turf in contact with the top soil. yes keep it moist and don't water in full sunlight, it could be just a couple of weeks before the joints go completely, it could be a couple of months, it does depend on the type of turf, the type of topsoil and also the weather conditions, there certainly are no hard and fast rules when it comes to turf, the only basic rules for the first few months are keep it moist, not wet and keep the turf in contact with the soil beneath it. take care and good luck.

Answer 4

Water it regularly, preferably in the evening, let it grow to around 3 or 4 inches then give it a wee mowing. It should look more even.

Answer 5

Did you butt the edges close? And then fill in open areas with a bit a soil. Water, water, it will fill in soon.