For newly installed sod, the watering frequency and duration change as the sod establishes roots over time:

• First two weeks: Water the sod multiple times daily, ideally 2 to 4 times per day, with each session short enough to keep the sod and soil moist but not oversaturated. This frequent watering keeps the topsoil consistently moist, which is critical for root development

• Weeks 3 and 4: Reduce the watering frequency to once or twice a day but increase the duration of each watering session to encourage deeper root growth. This deeper watering helps the roots anchor firmly into the soil

• After the first month: Transition to a standard watering schedule of about once or twice a week, depending on climate and soil conditions. Water deeply but less frequently to maintain healthy root systems

Additional tips include watering early in the morning to minimize evaporation and reduce the risk of fungal diseases caused by overnight wetness

. Avoid watering late in the evening for this reason. In summary, start with frequent, shallow watering multiple times daily for the first two weeks, then shift to less frequent but deeper watering as roots establish, eventually moving to a regular weekly schedule after about a month.