St. Augustine sod (Floratam) is the most widely used grass in Florida. It has thick blades and will prosper in areas with adequate sunlight and water. For Jacksonville lawns, St. Augustine delivers the lush, green carpet that Florida homeowners want.
We've been installing St. Augustine sod in Jacksonville since 2003. We know which variety works best for your specific yard conditions—sun exposure, soil type, and how you use your lawn.
Types of St. Augustine Sod We Install
Floratam (Full Sun)
- Requires 6+ hours direct sunlight
- Most popular variety in Florida
- Thick, dark green blades
- Excellent heat tolerance
- Best value for sunny yards
Palmetto (Shade Tolerant)
- Needs only 4+ hours sunlight
- Best for partially shaded yards
- Maintains color in shade
- Dwarf variety, finer texture
- Ideal under trees
How Much Sun Does Your Yard Get?
The biggest mistake homeowners make is installing Floratam in shaded areas. It will thin out and die within a year. If your lawn gets less than 6 hours of direct sun, you need Palmetto or another shade-tolerant variety. Not sure? We'll assess your yard during the free estimate.
Advantages of St. Augustine Sod
- Fast establishment — Your lawn looks complete the day we install it
- Thick, lush appearance — The carpet-like density Jacksonville homeowners want
- Heat tolerant — Thrives in Florida summers
- Crowds out weeds — Dense growth naturally suppresses weed invasion
- Salt tolerant — Good choice for coastal properties
Things to Know About St. Augustine
- Winter dormancy — Grass will brown during cold snaps and green up slowly in spring
- Chinch bugs — Main pest threat; watch for round yellow patches
- Water needs — Requires regular irrigation, especially during establishment
- Shade sensitivity — Floratam will not survive in shaded areas
Our St. Augustine Installation Process
We don't just throw sod on the ground. Our process ensures your St. Augustine lawn establishes properly and stays healthy:
- Soil testing — We test pH and nutrients before installation
- Weed treatment — Herbicide application 2 weeks before installation
- Soil preparation — Till 4-6 inches deep, add lime or sulfur if needed
- Fresh sod delivery — Direct from the farm, installed same day
- Proper installation — Staggered brick pattern, tight seams, trimmed edges
- Watering instructions — We show you exactly how to care for new sod
St. Augustine Sod for Shade
If your lawn doesn't get full sun, you need shade-tolerant St. Augustine. The best varieties for shade in Jacksonville include:
- Palmetto — Most common shade-tolerant variety, needs 4+ hours sun
- Seville — Fine-textured, good shade tolerance
- Captiva — Newer variety with improved shade performance
- Delmar — Semi-dwarf with excellent shade tolerance
No grass survives with less than 4 hours of sunlight. If parts of your yard are deeply shaded, we can recommend groundcover alternatives.
Get a Free St. Augustine Sod Estimate
We'll assess your yard's sun exposure and recommend the right variety for your lawn.
Get Free EstimateSt. Augustine Sod Prices in Jacksonville
Pricing varies based on square footage, soil prep needed, and grass variety. Palmetto typically costs more than Floratam. Contact us for an exact quote—we'll measure your yard and give you a firm price with no surprises.
Jacksonville Service Areas
We install St. Augustine sod throughout Northeast Florida: Jacksonville, Orange Park, Fleming Island, Mandarin, Southside, Jacksonville Beach, Ponte Vedra, St. Johns County, Clay County, and surrounding areas.