Shellview Sod Farms is Saskatchewan’s pioneer in the sod farm industry. Family owned and operated since 1960, the farm is located just north of Shellbrook, Saskatchewan.

Our goal has always been to produce the highest quality sod, while providing fast, efficient and friendly service.

Our sod is grown from the purest Kentucky Blue and Fescue seed. It is grown for a minimum of two years before harvesting. This gives it time to reach maturity with a well developed root system. Our sod is harvested in rolls (big or small) for easy installation and is delivered to our customers within 24 hours of harvest, guaranteed!

Our sod is reliable and consistent, and provides superior performance over other sods.

Shellview Sod Farms also specializes in hydroseeding for large area seeding and reclamation. Our mechanical hydroseeder has the ability to cover large areas quickly and efficiently. Areas of focus for this service include: construction, mining, parks, acreage development, sporting fields and forestry. For further information, we can be reached at:

Shellview Sod Farms Ltd.
P.O. Box 94
Shellbrook, SK S0J 2E0

Shellbrook: (306) 747-3935
Saskatoon: (306) 934-4636
Regina: (306) 522-0096
Toll Free: 1-866-399-3935
Fax: (306) 747-3147
Email: info@shellviewsod.com

"Green Lawns Overnight"

Care & Maintenance

Watering
Too much water can be as harmful as too little water, so don’t over-water your lawn. Here is a simple rule you can follow: If you water, do it regularly. Apply an inch every week (including rain) at one sitting on the sprinkler. For new sod watering please refer to Shellview Sod Farms "Guide to Greener Grass".

Light applications of water do not penetrate the soil to any great depth. This shallow watering encourages root systems to stay close to the surface where they may be injured by drought.

Feeding
At the start of the growing season, established lawns benefit from an application of fertilizer containing nitrogen and phosphorous. An occasional application of a full blend available at a garden or service centre is advised.

Here is a simple guide you can use:

1. An early application of a balanced nitrogen, phosphate fertilizer at 5 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft.
2. Two or three additional applications per year, a month to six weeks apart, but terminating before September 1.

Fertilizer may be applied by a mechanical fertilizer spreader. To spread it evening, divide the total amount to be used into two equal parts, and spread one part over the lawn in one direction and then the other part at right angles to the first.

Apply fertilizer when the grass is dry; thoroughly water immediately after application.

Always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for application.

Weed Control
Weeds have been the downfall of many a good lawn. Broadleaf weeds, such as dandelion, can be controlled using recommended weed control formulations. Do not allow chemical spray to drift onto trees, shrubs, flowers and gardens.

Weed and Feed fertilizers are also available, thus a two-fold job is completed with one application. Caution! If Weed and Feed is placed too close to trees or other susceptible plants, chemicals could be taken up by the roots, causing damage.

Always follow manufacturer’s recommendations when applying any weed control product.       

Mowing
A lawn should be mowed to a height of approximately two inches. The height should be slightly higher during hot, dry conditions.

If grass clippings are heavy, remove them to avoid excessive thatch build-up. A thin layer of thatch is beneficial. It serves as mulch, which reduces moisture evaporation. However, if thatch becomes built up, the lawn suffers during dry weather because it cannot be properly maintained.

Other Maintenance
Lawns often become compacted, which causes the grass to suffer. To avoid this condition, lawns should be aerated at least every other year with proper aeration equipment. Benefits of aeration are as follows:

• Increased water, nutrient and oxygen movement into the soil.
• Improved rooting.
• Enhanced infiltration of rainfall or watering.

If you notice a build up of thatch on your lawn, it can be removed using a power rake or roto-rake lawn blade attachment. This method pulls out the thatch, giving the lawn a chance to grow freely once again.

Shellview Sod Farms Ltd.
P.O. Box 94
Shellbrook, SK S0J 2E0

Toll Free: 1-866-399-3935
Fax: (306) 747-3147
Email: info@shellviewsod.com

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