Some people prefer sodding their lawns rather than sowing grass seeds. Seeding is generally cheaper than sodding, but it takes much longer. With sodding, you get "instant lawn grass". To get a high quality lawn, sodding should be done with great care. Here are some steps you can follow to cultivate a beautiful lawn by sodding:

First, you must select the right grass type for your lawn. Measure the surface area of your lawn to determine the amount of sod you need. You can either pick up the sod yourself or have it delivered to your home. If you pick up the sod, try to lay it out on your lawn that same day. If not, try to store it in a shady place and moisten the sod pieces with a watering can or a hose.

Next, level the soil to ensure that the sod will be laid out evenly. Loosen the soil with a tiller, then spread out some starter fertilizer on the loosened soil. Rake the soil to level it out and to remove any rocks or debris.

Lay the sod along a straight edge such as a walkway. If your lawn doesn't have a straight edge, you can create one with a yardstick or you can stretch a string to cover the width of your lawn. When laying out the sod pieces, make sure that the ends meet up tightly without overlapping them. Lay the sod pieces on their edges first rather than the middle, or else the edges of your sod pieces will dry out. Stagger the ends of adjacent rows of sod so that the edges don't line up. Think of it as making a "brickwork" pattern with the sod pieces.

After you've filled out your lawn, use a roller to press the sod firmly against the soil. To ensure the growth and health of your new lawn, water it adequately every day for the next two weeks.