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Sod Delivery in The Islands

Fresh-cut Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, blends & RTF sod delivered across The Islands, Massachusetts — the town of Nantucket. Standard lead time is 2–7 days. Call (203) 806-4086 to schedule, or pick your town below for local notes and pricing.

$699
1 Pallet · 600 sq ft min
2–7 days
Standard Lead
1 Towns
The Islands Coverage
30+ Yrs
Northeast Sod Specialists
Sod Delivery in The Islands, Massachusetts

The Islands Sod Delivery Pricing

Standard pallets hold 500 sq ft (up to 600 if needed). Delivery is $99.00. Orders 500–900 sq ft include a $50 small-order fee. Add $.10/sq ft for Tall Fescue. See the full sod pallet delivery guide for specs, varieties, and 8-state coverage.

500 Square Feet

1 Pallet

$699.00

600 Square Feet

1 Pallet

$749.00

600–1,100 Square Feet

1–2 Pallets

$.90 sq ft

1,200–2,000 Square Feet

2–4 Pallets

$.75 sq ft

2,100–3,900 Square Feet

4–8 Pallets

$.70 sq ft

4,000 Square Feet or More

8 Pallets +

$.66 sq ft
Call (203) 806-4086 for exact quotes, RTF pricing, or installation pricing.
01Click your town for local details, pricing, and neighborhood notes

Towns We Deliver To in The Islands

Don't see your town? We still deliver across The Islands — call (203) 806-4086.

02Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, RTF, blends

Sod Varieties for The Islands

Nantucket sits thirty miles out to sea, so lawns face constant salt wind, summer fog, and sandy, often acidic soil. We lead with the toughest, deepest-rooted, most salt-tolerant turf:

Black Beauty Tall Fescue

Deep-Rooted
Min sun: 4+ hrs Shade: Medium

Deep roots (2–3 ft), drought tolerance, refined look. Strong choice for partial-shade or lower-maintenance sites.

The right call for the island — deep roots anchor in sandy soil and tall fescue tolerates the relentless salt wind better than any bluegrass.

Tall Fescue guide

RTF (Rhizomatous Tall Fescue)

Best for Dogs & Kids
Min sun: 4+ hrs Shade: Medium

Self-repairing rhizome system fills in damage from foot traffic and dog use over time. Strongest performer for active family lawns.

Great for the busy summer season — self-repairing rhizomes bounce back from guests, kids, and dogs through August.

RTF complete guide

Bluegrass-Fescue Blends

Most Versatile
Min sun: 4–6 hrs Shade: Medium

The bluegrass look with fescue durability underneath. Excellent for properties wanting both aesthetics and resilience.

Works on sheltered in-town lots over a fresh topsoil base, where buildings and hedges break the wind.

Best sod for Massachusetts

Kentucky Bluegrass

The Classic
Min sun: 6+ hrs Shade: Low–Medium

Rich color and tight knit-in. The traditional choice for The Islands properties with established irrigation.

Thirsty and shallow-rooted — only for irrigated, wind-sheltered lawns, and even then it's a gamble in the salt air.

Kentucky Bluegrass guide
03Fresh-cut, on-schedule, all-terrain delivery

Why Choose CT Sod

04Local soil, climate & terrain

Sod on Nantucket: Island Exposure, Salt Wind & Ferry Logistics

Nantucket's lawns face some of the harshest conditions we work in: constant salt-laden wind, frequent summer fog, and sandy, often acidic moorland soil that's low in organic matter. The ocean keeps the island surprisingly mild — roughly USDA zone 7a — but the exposure is relentless, which is why we lead with deep-rooted, salt-tolerant tall fescue and fescue blends and build up a quality topsoil base before laying sod. Deep, consistent watering through establishment is essential in fast-draining island sand.

The other reality is logistics: everything reaches the island by ferry and freight barge, so sod deliveries and installs have to be planned well ahead — especially in the busy summer stretch when the boats are full. Booking early isn't optional here, it's how the job gets done. Our first 14 days aftercare guide covers establishment watering for sandy, exposed soil.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you deliver sod to The Islands, Massachusetts?
Yes — The Islands is part of our standard delivery network. Lead time is typically 2–7 days from order. Call (203) 806-4086 to schedule.
What's the minimum order for The Islands?
One pallet for delivery only — $699 plus tax for 500 sq ft, or $749 plus tax for 600 sq ft. Pricing drops on the per-square-foot tiers shown above as the order grows. For full-service installation, our typical minimum is 1,200 sq ft.
Which sod variety is best for The Islands lawns?
For full-sun lawns with irrigation, Kentucky bluegrass gives the traditional refined look. For drought tolerance or partial shade, tall fescue. For active family use with kids and dogs, RTF (rhizomatous tall fescue) is the strongest performer. We'll match the variety to your specific site during the quote.
How soon do I need to water new sod?
Within minutes of installation completion. The first watering needs to soak the sod and underlying soil deeply. See our first 14 days aftercare guide for the day-by-day protocol.
Do you deliver only, or also install?
Both. Pallet-only delivery starts at one pallet (500 or 600 sq ft). Full-service installation (site prep, grading, sod delivery, installation, watering handoff) is also available across The Islands.
What sod survives Nantucket's salt wind?
Deep-rooted tall fescue and fescue blends tolerate constant salt wind far better than Kentucky bluegrass. Over a fresh topsoil base, they're the most reliable choice for exposed island lots.
How does sod get to the island?
By ferry and freight barge, which means deliveries must be scheduled ahead — particularly in summer when boat space is tight. We coordinate the crossing as part of planning your job.
What prep does sandy island soil need?
A few inches of quality topsoil over the native sand, plus deep, consistent watering. The topsoil holds moisture and nutrients that pure sand can't, helping the sod root in.
When should I book for a summer lawn on Nantucket?
As early as possible. Ferry logistics and peak-season demand fill the calendar fast, so booking well ahead is the surest way to get sod down before or during the summer season.
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Sod Installation in The Islands

Old-lawn removal, grading, fresh topsoil, same-day fresh-cut sod, and tight-seam install — quoted per project, 1,200 sq ft minimum.

Or browse all sod installation areas in Massachusetts.

Please Call To Order

Sod is cut fresh for each order — orders cannot be placed until paid, and we ask for 2 business days notice to cancel once the harvest is scheduled.

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Moira Rizzo
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I had a great experience with CT Sod. They helped me to figure out what was the best product for my specific needs, were fairly priced, and delivered and installed absolutely beautiful grass!! It completely transformed my home! Thank you Kayla and Sean!!

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Melissa Stevens
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Seamless transaction. Grass was actually delivered as exactly stated. Not one complaint I would highly recommend.

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Kevin Corda
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I redid my yard last fall with the bluegrass fescue sod from CT Sod — it was the best thing I ever did for my lawn. My home is in Shelton, CT, we have a ton of trees and I always struggled with growing grass seed. This was my final attempt and it worked.

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These guys are the real deal. Great price for great quality and most of all great service. Definitely recommend them.

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Carmelo Nieves
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Excellent service, the grass arrived beautifully at my house. I made the purchase by phone and from Connecticut to Massachusetts I only paid $75 for the delivery of 1,200 square feet.

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Christopher Bjorklund
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Excellent price and high quality work. All the workers were clean and respectful. The whole process took a few weeks from order to installation however it is well worth the wait. They also sodded extra areas and did some mulch at no charge.

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