Emerald Zoysia Sod in Austin
The showcase grass — ultra-fine blade and deep emerald color for premium front yards. Lowest mowing frequency but requires a reel mower for best results. Heavy thatch buildup is the most common complaint.
Specifications
Where Emerald does best in Austin
Emerald is a showpiece grass for front yards. It handles 4 to 5 hours of sun, so it fits a lot of Austin's mixed sun and shade lots, and its drought tolerance is medium to high. Foot traffic tolerance is only medium, so it suits a formal front lawn more than a busy backyard. Plan on a reel mower for the cleanest cut at 0.5 to 1 inch, and go easy on water and fertilizer, since too much of either leads to thatch.
How much Emerald Zoysia do you need?
One pallet of Emerald Zoysia covers about 450 sq ft. Measure the area in square feet, divide by 450 and round up, then add 5 to 10% for cuts around beds, trees and curves. A 2,000 sq ft yard, for example, comes to 5 pallets before that extra. Our delivery minimum is 1 pallet, brought out on a flatbed. The sod calculator does the math for you, and this guide walks through measuring an odd-shaped yard.
Lead time and delivery
Emerald Zoysia is a special-order variety with a 1 to 3 business day lead time, so call to confirm availability before you plan your install day. We deliver across Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Georgetown, Kyle, Buda and Leander, and delivery pricing depends on distance and order size.
Installation and ground prep
Our crew can prep the ground and lay it for you. Most yards just need light raking, uneven ones get topsoil and grading, and lawns full of old grass or weeds get a full sod removal and renovation first. See how sod installation works.
Read the full Emerald Zoysia care guide for mowing height, watering and fertilizing through the year.
