RTF® Sod

Solving Real Turf Challenges

Some of the most difficult turf areas to maintain are also the most visible. High-traffic turf wears out quickly, bunker faces and steep slopes dry out faster than surrounding turf, and maintaining healthy grass often requires constant irrigation, repairs, and labor. Traditional sod often struggles to recover, leaving thin turf, inconsistent playability, and rising maintenance costs.

RTF^® Sod was developed to solve these challenges. Whether you're managing a championship golf course, sports field, park, commercial landscape, or premium lawn, RTF^® Sod provides a dense, durable turf that stands up to demanding conditions while helping reduce long-term maintenance and water use.

What is RTF^® Sod?

RTF^® Sod combines the proven performance of Rhizomatous Tall Fescue with the convenience of professionally grown sod. Unlike conventional tall fescue sod, RTF^® Sod develops an extensive network of underground rhizomes that help repair damaged turf and improve overall density. Combined with its deep-rooting system, RTF^® Sod delivers exceptional drought tolerance, outstanding traffic performance, and long-term durability.

The result is a healthier, more resilient turf that requires fewer repairs, less irrigation, and lower maintenance without sacrificing appearance or playability.

Why Choose RTF^® Sod?

• Resilient, Tough, and Fast-Growing: RTF^® Sod is engineered to thrive under various conditions. Its deep roots and self-repairing rhizomes ensure a thick, healthy turf that stands up to heavy foot traffic and harsh weather. Imagine a sports field or golf course that stays green and vibrant all year round, RTF^® Sod makes that a reality.
• Easy to Maintain: Say goodbye to the constant struggle of upkeep. With RTF^® Sod, you'll enjoy a grass variety that requires less watering, mowing, and fertilization. Our sod's exceptional drought tolerance and disease resistance mean you can spend more time enjoying your beautifully manicured turf and less time maintaining it.
• Superior Aesthetics: First impressions matter, and nothing impresses like a lush, green lawn. The fine texture and rich color of RTF^® Sod makes it a visually stunning choice for any landscape. Whether you're managing a golf course, a public park, or a private estate, RTF^® Sod will elevate the aesthetic appeal and functionality of your green spaces.

Proven Performance

RTF^® Sod has earned the trust of golf course superintendents and turf professionals by delivering exceptional performance where traditional sod struggles.

“Performance [of RTF^® Sod] throughout the summertime has just been phenomenal. The amount of time we used to waste with guys watering bunker faces by hand…we just don’t have to do that anymore. It could be blistering hot and dry and we’re barely touching the bunker faces with the RTF^® .” 

- Jeff Corcoran, Oak Hill Country Club 

RTF^® Sod was used on the bunker faces at Oak Hill Country Club during the 2023 PGA Championship, demonstrating its ability to perform under demanding conditions while maintaining exceptional appearance and playability. 

How It Works

RTF^® Sod performs differently because it grows differently. Unlike traditional tall fescue, it produces underground rhizomes that spread beneath the soil, helping repair damaged turf and improve density over time. Combined with an extensive deep-rooting system, RTF^® Sod continues to strengthen after installation while accessing moisture deeper in the soil profile.

Together, these characteristics create a thicker, more resilient turf that performs where traditional sod often struggles, especially in high-traffic and difficult-to-maintain areas.

Key benefits include:

• Self-repairing rhizomes that improve recovery from wear
• Deep-rooting system for outstanding drought tolerance
• Up to 30% less water than comparable cool-season turf grasses
• High sod strength for long-lasting performance
• Dense, durable turf with excellent traffic tolerance
• Lower long-term maintenance requirements
• Excellent performance on bunker faces, slopes, and other difficult-to-maintain areas
• Moderate salt tolerance

Ideal Applications

RTF^® Sod is an excellent choice for:

• Golf courses
• Sports fields
• Parks
• Commercial landscapes
• Premium residential lawns
• Bunker faces
• High-traffic turf areas
• Low-maintenance landscapes

Ready to Install a Better Sod?

Whether you're renovating bunker faces, building a championship golf course, improving a sports field, or creating a premium landscape, RTF^® Sod delivers the durability, self-repairing performance, and drought tolerance professionals trust. Find an RTF^® Sod grower near you or explore our Professional Turf products to get started.

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