How to Plant Grass That Already Has Been Grown

Begin preparing the soil four to six weeks before you plant to plant the grass sod. Apply a herbicide to the soil to exterminate weeds then wait for the amount of time specified by the manufacturer. After this period, rake the soil to clear all debris.

Let the soil rest for about a week. Water the soil to a depth of 6 inches when you are ready to plant the grass.

Unroll the grass sods and lay them in a brickwork pattern. To achieve this, Dr. Leonard Perry, a Professor at the University of Vermont Extension, suggests starting alternate rows with half a roll of the sod instead of a full roll. Ensure that the pieces abut and do not overlap. Cut the sod to fit around irregular shapes where necessary.

Run a water-filled roller over the sod to make it level and to ensure contact between the roots and the soil. Water the sod heavily immediately.

Continue watering heavily every day for about three weeks. It takes this amount of time for the grass to establish itself. After this period, begin to reduce the frequency of the watering until you're watering only when the lawn needs it.