Professional Sprigging Services
An economical way to establish Bermuda and Zoysia grass over large acreage. Sprigging plants grass stolons directly into prepared soil — ideal for farms, golf courses, athletic fields, and large commercial properties.
What is Sprigging?
Sprigging is the process of planting grass stolons (sprigs) — small pieces of grass stems and roots — directly into prepared soil. Unlike laying full sod rolls, sprigging uses shredded plant material that spreads and fills in over time to create a complete turf stand.
This method is significantly more economical than sodding for large-acreage projects because the same amount of source material can cover a much larger area. Sprigs are harvested from our 1,200-acre farm and planted promptly for maximum viability.
Why Sprigging Saves Money
One acre of sod can produce enough sprigs to plant 5-10 acres, depending on the variety and sprigging rate. For projects over a few acres, the cost savings are substantial.
Typical cost comparison per acre:
When to Use Sprigging vs. Sod
Both methods produce a beautiful, permanent lawn — the choice depends on your project size, budget, and timeline.
Choose Sprigging When:
- Project is 2+ acres (farms, golf courses, athletic fields)
- Budget is a primary concern
- You have 60-90 days for full establishment
- Site is irrigated or has reliable rainfall
- Bermuda or Zoysia is the desired grass type
Choose Sod When:
- You need an instant lawn (residential, commercial)
- Area is under 2 acres
- Erosion control is urgently needed
- Cool-season grass (Fescue) is desired
- Property is being sold or has high visibility
Available Varieties for Sprigging
We grow premium Bermuda and Zoysia varieties on our Tennessee farm, available for sprigging projects of any size.
Bermuda Grass Varieties
Tifway 419
Industry standard for sports turf and golf courses. Dense, dark green, excellent wear tolerance.
Latitude 36
Extended cold tolerance for northern transition zones. Fine texture, excellent density.
Zoysia Grass Varieties
Meyer Z-52
The classic cold-hardy zoysia. Dense turf with excellent wear tolerance.
Geo Zoysia
Fine-bladed with outstanding shade tolerance. Low maintenance once established.
Innovation Zoysia
Improved zoysia with excellent density and color. Good traffic recovery and transition zone performance.
Best Time to Sprig in Tennessee
Sprigging is best done during the active growing season for warm-season grasses. In Tennessee, the ideal window is late April through Julywhen soil temperatures are consistently above 65°F and sprigs can establish quickly.
Sprigging in Action
Recent sprigging project at the University of Tennessee at Martin baseball complex.
Ready to Start Your Sprigging Project?
Get a free estimate for your sprigging project. Whether it's a golf course, athletic field, farm, or large commercial property, we have the equipment and experience to get it done right.