Grasses
Sod Varieties for Lawns
Selecting the optimal grass type for your home lawn can be a daunting task. It is essential to acquaint yourself with the various options available and undertake the necessary steps to make an informed decision that will be a valuable investment for your new lawn. Our team of experts at Modern Turf is here to assist you with every step of the process to ensure you are making the best choice specific to your lawn’s needs.
Many of our team members come from backgrounds as golf course superintendents and landscape professionals, so we truly understand grass and the art of growing it. Modern Turf offers products and services all year round, freeing up your time to relish life and ensuring your lawn becomes the pride of the neighborhood.
Homeowner testimonials
Zorro Zoysia™
Zorro Zoysia is a fine-bladed, deep green turfgrass recognized for combining refined
appearance with impressive adaptability across residential and commercial landscapes.
Consistently ranked among top-performing zoysias in turf evaluations, Zorro Zoysia is
especially valued for its superior shade tolerance, allowing it to thrive in areas where many warm-season grasses struggle. Homeowners appreciate its dense, manicured look and ability to create elegant outdoor living spaces, while landscapers and developers rely on its durability and dependable performance in neighborhoods, office parks, and commercial properties. Excellent disease resistance and seasonal color retention contribute to a healthier, longer-lasting landscape with reduced maintenance concerns. Zorro’s dense growth habit also helps minimize weed intrusion and creates a clean, uniform appearance across a property. From shaded residential lawns to high-visibility commercial spaces, Zorro Zoysia delivers a premium balance of beauty, performance, and versatility.
BIMINI® Bermuda
BIMINI® Bermudagrass is a premium warm-season turfgrass valued for its exceptional
beauty, resilience, and long-lasting performance across residential and commercial
landscapes. Featuring a fine blade texture and rich green color, BIMINI® creates a dense, carpet-like appearance that elevates curb appeal while providing a soft, comfortable surface underfoot. Homeowners appreciate its durability in active backyards where children and pets play, while landscapers and developers value its rapid establishment and dependable performance across a wide range of projects. Deep roots and vigorous rhizome development allow BIMINI® to recover quickly from everyday wear and traffic while maintaining a consistent appearance throughout the growing season. Slow winter dormancy and early spring green-up help extend seasonal color, making BIMINI® an excellent choice for communities, residential neighborhoods, commercial developments, and properties seeking long-term beauty and durability.
Tifway 419 Bermuda
Tifway 419 Bermudagrass has long been recognized as one of the most durable and
dependable warm-season turf varieties available. Known for its vigorous growth habit, dense canopy, and rapid recovery from wear, Tifway 419 performs exceptionally well in high-traffic residential and commercial settings. Homeowners with active families often appreciate its toughness and ability to withstand everyday use, while landscapers and developers frequently choose it for areas requiring durability and quick establishment. Its aggressive growth creates a thick, attractive surface that helps reduce weed pressure and maintain a uniform appearance. Tifway 419 thrives in full sun and produces a vibrant, clean look when maintained properly. While it requires more frequent mowing and routine maintenance than some alternatives, its proven performance and resilience make it an excellent solution for large residential properties, communities, and commercial landscapes requiring long-term durability.
EMPIRE Zoysia®
Empire Zoysia has become one of the Southeast’s most popular turf choices because of its unique combination of beauty, durability, and ease of maintenance. Homeowners appreciate its lush appearance and ability to create an attractive lawn with fewer maintenance demands than many traditional turf options. Landscapers and developers frequently select Empire for neighborhoods and commercial properties because of its dependable growth and broad climate adaptability. Empire Zoysia forms a dense turf canopy that helps discourage weeds while creating a uniform, visually appealing landscape. Its color retention extends later into the season, maintaining vibrant curb appeal through the fall before transitioning into a warm golden winter appearance. More durable and adaptable than many common lawn alternatives, Empire Zoysia offers a practical solution for those seeking a balance of aesthetics and performance. It is ideal for projects where long-term beauty and ease of care are priorities.
Centipede
Centipede grass has earned a reputation throughout the Southeast as a dependable, low- maintenance turf option ideal for homeowners and large-scale landscape applications. Often called the “lazy man’s grass,” Centipede performs well with minimal fertilization and upkeep, making it attractive for property owners seeking a practical lawn solution. Homeowners appreciate its manageable growth rate and reduced maintenance requirements, while landscapers and developers value its ability to establish attractive landscapes with lower input demands. Its yellow-green color and coarse texture create a natural appearance well suited for residential communities, roadsides, parks, and commercial properties. Centipede thrives in the sandy, acidic soils common throughout the Southeast and performs best when allowed to grow under a simplified maintenance approach. For properties prioritizing affordability, ease of care, and reliable regional performance, Centipede remains a practical and proven choice.
Stadium Zoysia™
Stadium Zoysia™ combines beauty, durability, and adaptability to create a premium turf solution for residential and commercial properties throughout the South. Featuring a fine-to-medium blade texture and rich green color, Stadium Zoysia™ creates an attractive, lush appearance while maintaining exceptional performance under varying conditions. Homeowners appreciate its ability to create a soft, dense lawn with excellent shade and drought tolerance, while landscapers and developers value its versatility across neighborhoods, commercial sites, and large-scale landscape projects. An extensive network of stolons, rhizomes, and roots promotes rapid establishment and long-term durability. Stadium also offers impressive salt tolerance, making it well suited for coastal environments and challenging sites. Developed specifically for Southern climates, Stadium Zoysia™ delivers reliable performance while maintaining the polished appearance property owners want. Availability is limited to a select group of licensed certified producers.
NorthBridge® Bermudagrass
NorthBridge Bermudagrass was developed through Oklahoma State University’s turfgrass breeding program and quickly became recognized for its exceptional cold tolerance and overall toughness. Often viewed as an improved evolution of traditional bermudagrass standards, NorthBridge offers a denser canopy, improved winter color retention, and enhanced wear tolerance. Homeowners appreciate its lush appearance and ability to create a comfortable outdoor environment, while landscapers and developers value its adaptability and reliable performance across residential and commercial applications. Strong drought tolerance allows NorthBridge to maintain quality with less water than many other varieties, potentially reducing long-term maintenance costs and resource demands. Its durable growth habit withstands active use while maintaining visual appeal throughout the growing season. For projects requiring a turfgrass capable of balancing beauty, resilience, and practical performance, NorthBridge Bermudagrass provides a dependable solution built for long-term success.
Celebration® Bermudagrass
Celebration Bermudagrass is known for its distinctive blue-green color, aggressive growth, and outstanding durability across a wide range of residential and commercial applications. Homeowners often choose Celebration for active lawns because of its ability to recover quickly from heavy use while maintaining a thick, attractive appearance. Landscapers and developers value its adaptability, drought tolerance, and impressive performance in environments where durability matters. Strong root systems, rhizomes, and stolons contribute to superior recovery and long-term resilience, allowing Celebration Bermudagrass to thrive under challenging conditions. One of its standout qualities is its ability to tolerate more shade than many bermudagrass varieties, offering additional flexibility in landscape design. Whether used for residential communities, commercial properties, or backyard spaces built for everyday activity, Celebration Bermudagrass provides dependable performance, exceptional wear tolerance, and a lush appearance designed to stand up to real-life use.
Celebration Hybrid™ Bermudagrass
Celebration Hybrid Bermudagrass builds upon the strengths of Celebration® while
introducing meaningful improvements designed for today’s residential and commercial landscapes. Developed through Mississippi State University’s turfgrass breeding program, this variety offers exceptional drought tolerance along with a finer texture, improved shade tolerance, and enhanced visual appeal. Homeowners appreciate its dense, soft appearance and reduced seed head production, while landscapers and developers benefit from its cleaner look and lower-maintenance characteristics. Celebration Hybrid also produces less thatch, helping simplify long-term management while supporting healthier turf performance. Improved cold tolerance allows it to perform well farther north and throughout transition-zone climates, increasing versatility across a broader geographic range. Whether enhancing neighborhood developments, residential properties, or commercial projects, Celebration Hybrid Bermudagrass offers an attractive combination of durability, environmental adaptability, and premium curb appeal.
Brazos Zoysia™
Brazos™ Zoysiagrass is a medium-fine bladed turfgrass developed through the University of Florida Turfgrass Breeding Program and designed to perform across a wide range of climates and landscape applications. Homeowners appreciate its rich appearance and dependable performance, while landscapers and developers value its adaptability in both residential and commercial settings. Brazos stands out for superior drought tolerance, strong disease resistance, and excellent winter color retention, helping properties maintain an attractive appearance throughout changing seasons. Its reliable performance extends from hot Southern climates to cooler transition-zone regions, offering flexibility for a broad geographic range. Dense growth helps create a clean, uniform appearance while reducing weed intrusion and supporting healthier landscapes. Whether installed in residential communities, commercial developments, parks, or large landscape projects, Brazos™ Zoysiagrass provides a durable, attractive turf solution designed for long-term performance and visual appeal.
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