“It sure would save my back if I didn’t have to take out the old turf…” Often, homeowners ask us this same question. It makes sense because laying sod can seem like a daunting task. You want to be outside enjoying your yard, not hard at work. Do Not Lay Sod Over Old Turf Unfortunately,…
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Credit Valley Golf: Sod Install by Greenhorizons
Many people take for granted the plant that Greenhorizons has passionately cultivated for over 30 years. Fortunately for us, Credit Valley Golf and Country Club does not over-look their turf. They wanted to have the best possible surfaces for their members. So naturally, they turned to Greenhorizons Sod Farms. Full reconstruction of their driving range…
Premium Bluegrass: A Step Above The Rest
If you want to have the best looking and healthiest lawn, you have to put down quality sod. Greenhorizons’ premium bluegrass sod is for sure your best option! At Greenhorizons Sod Farms, we take great pride in our signature GHG Premium Bluegrass. What is Premium Bluegrass? This is a carefully selected blend of Kentucky bluegrass…
Hamilton Sod, Compact Sod, Together as One!
We worked hard for a long time to make Hamilton Sod a household name. In fact, it is one of the oldest sod farms in all of Ontario. We wanted everyone to know that when they saw that name, it meant quality products and top-notch customer service. And we succeeded. In fact, we did our job…
Dormant Grass: Why is My Lawn Not as Green?
In the early spring, so many people ask me the same question:“Why is my lawn not as green as my neighbour’s?!” After putting so much effort into having a well manicured lawn last year, it sure can be frustrating when your lawn is slightly brown come spring time. In fact, last fall your lawn looked…
3 Reasons to Mow Your Lawn This Weekend
Finally, we can wake up in the morning and not have to brush the snow off the car, or shiver on our way from bed to the shower. Everybody knows that with the spring weather comes the enjoyment of getting to work outside in our yard and gardens. So many people are trying to figure…
Nolan Melchin Memorial Outdoor Classroom Opens in Waterloo Ontario
On Saturday, October 3, 2015, the Nolan Melchin Memorial Outdoor Classroom officially opened. Nolan Melchin passed away on March 28, 2013, at the tender age of 6 after battling an aggressive pediatric brain tumour. Nolan lived life to the fullest. He was constantly on the move. He was always seen with a hockey stick, a…
OTRF: Greenhorizons Sponsors Fundraiser
Greenhorizons Sod Farms is proud to support the Ontario Turfgrass Research Foundation. Because of this, today, they announced its status as one of the Platinum Sponsors of the Annual OTRF Fundraising Golf Tournament. This tournament will take place Monday, August 24, 2015 at the Thornhill Golf & Country Club in Thornhill, ON. Greenhorizons Sod Farms…
Rounds 4 Research: Greenhorizons Participates
Over the past few years, in association with the Canadian Turfgrass Research Foundation (CTRF), Greenhorizons Sod Farms is proud to participate in Rounds 4 Research. Designed to generate financial resources that will fund research grants, this program has been very successful. These grants assist turf production, and golf course and sports field turf management. By…
The Controversy Over Artificial Turf Heats Up
Artificial turf has been a hot topic in the news lately. Many people are protesting the use of artificial turf at the World Cup in 2015. This includes some of the top female soccer players in the world. They’ve even filed a challenge in the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario. Being that male players play…