TAVY TURF
Tavistock’s Turf Farmer
Online Orders
Using our online form is the easiest way to contact us about your order, as we’re often out in the fields rather than by the phone.
We are able to take orders and arrange delivery or collection via our online order enquiry.
Contact Us
Please. call (01822) 610998 for Turf Topsoil enquiries and Small orders
and (07980) 564175 for large orders and trade only
Turf
We grow consistent high-quality turf that is available all year round. Our Turf is a higher quality grass with a higher density of grass per square metre, suitable for general lawns and family homes. This turf has a tighter root system, which gives a slower growing grass.
Our turf is professionally maintained using state-of-the-art machinery. Our turf contains grasses such as dwarf perennial dwarf ryegrass, and fescue. We cater for all your needs however small or large the project may be.
small orders from
£5.00 per sqM
discounts available for orders over 10 SqM and trade
Topsoil
Our dry stored topsoil is available from
£70 inc VAT per ton collected or
£70 inc VAT Dumpy Bag (approx 800Kg)
(delivery charges apply). Larger quantities can be discounted, please call on 01822 610 998 for our best prices.
(Our Topsoil is dry stored, meaning you pay only for a ton of topsoil and NOT water soaked soil. Our soil is not tested, but does come from local fields from our farm and the compost from local authority contractor.
£70 inc VAT
per ton
£70 inc VAT Dumpy Bag
(approx 800Kg)
Tavy Turf Q & A
We want to help you get the best out of laying and caring for your lawn, we have put together some of the top questions we get along with our answers.
Turf Laying – Q & A
When to Lay Turf
You can lay turf anytime of the year, but it best to avoid heavy frosts and snow. Laying during winter months takes slightly longer for the turf to root, but will not need constant watering. If you lay your turf during spring/ summer season it will require constant watering until it roots (this can be as short as 3-5 days in the right conditions).
Preparing Ground
The most important stage in the process of laying turf is the ground preparation. If not done correctly this will directly affect the appearance of your newly laid lawn.
We would always recommend;
- Remove all large objects such as large stones, weeds, old shrubs and roots that are visible.
- If the soil is already level you just need a light rake over.
- If the soil is compacted and uneven, it will need to be rotavated, rake the soil level, treading in the soil in as you rake. It is best to rake all of the high areas first, and use the excess soil to put on any dips or low spots. Your aim should be for a firm even area.
Laying Guide
- Ensure the ground is properly prepared (see above).
- Lay the turf in a straight line and stagger each length (similar to laying bricks).
- It is essential to not walk on freshly laid turf, we would recommend using a long plank.
- Avoid walking on a newly laid turf for the next few weeks.
- Watering turf is essential within 1 hour of laying. Further watering will depend upon the weather, however the turf needs to be kept moist until rooted but not saturated.
How long is each roll of turf?
Each roll of Tavy Turf is approx 240-250cm long x 42cm wide
Lawn Aftercare Q & A
How often do i water freshly laid Turf?
It depends on the weather, but it is best to keep the turf well moist (but not soaked) till it is rooted. This may need doing every day during dry weather. Within the first two weeks watering may be required several time per day to stop shrinkage. This is essential in hot weather. Watering early morning or early evening is best, however watering may need to be repeated when sun is at its hottest, so that the sun doesn’t burn off the water you’ve applied. Do not over water as this can encourage the development of moss and disease.
How long should it be before i can walk on the new turf?
How long should I wait before cutting the new lawn?
You should wait until the laid turf is rooted, i.e. when you can’t pull if off the ground. It should be approx 2 weeks.
Opening Times
We are open
Mon – Fri,
9am-5pm
Contact us on
01822 610998
Visit us at:
Tavy Turf
Ottery,
Tavistock
PL19 8NS
Delivery
We can supply and deliver quality turf to all areas around Tavistock, West Devon and East Cornwall.
We can deliver from coast to coast within the South West.
Our delivery truck is light and nimble, which means that a driveway or Devon’s narrow lanes present no problem.
For full details of our delivery charges and map please see our Delivery page.
About Us
Tavy Turf has been providing top quality weed treated lawn turf grown on our own farm in Tavistock, Devon since 2001. We cater for all your needs however small or large the project may be.
We grow consistent high-quality turf that is available all year round. Our turf is professionally maintained using state-of-the-art machinery. Our seeded turf contains grasses such as dwarf perennial dwarf ryegrass, fescue, and bent grass.
We are open
Mon – Fri 9am-5pm
Contact us on 01822 610998
Visit us at: Tavy Turf, Ottery, Tavistock, PL19 8NS
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