METHOD OF PLANTING 
Merry Grass Nursery recommends the planting of 
Meyer (Z-52) Zoysia by sprigging, if a new lawn is to 
be made. If the grass is to be introduced into an existing 
lawn, the use of two-inch plugs is recommended. 
SPRIGGING: If this method is decided upon, the grass will be 
shipped to you in blocks of turf with the dirt removed. One square 
foot of turf provides stolons for planting about one hundred square 
feet of area. The area to be planted should be prepared and 
leveled as for a garden. The grass will be sent to you in a moisture- 
proof paper container and upon receipt should be planted as soon 
as possible. Keep wet in a cool place until planted. Tear the turf 
apart into small sprigs (each sprig having a root section and a 
blade), and plant about ten inches apart with blade left above 
ground. Keep well watered until grass turns green and starts to 
grow. It will put out runners, which will join up and make your 
lawn. A balanced fertilizer, such as 5-10-5 should be applied at 
the rate of 15 pounds to the 1000 square feet of area when you 
plant. Alternate every three months with nitrate of soda, twelve 
pounds per 1000 square feet, always watering thoroughly after 
fertilizing. (Caution: Never apply fertilizer when grass is wet, as 
it would stick to blades and burn them before being watered in.) 
More rapid growth is obtained by fertilizing once a month. For 
quickest results keep weed-free while grass is developing. Do not 
be concerned if grass appears brown and dry when it reaches you. 
Wet thoroughly and plant at once. It will grow. 
