NewSt. Augustine
Fusion St. Augustine
Bayside Sod’s patent-pending blend of four St. Augustine genotypes, for yards in full sun to moderate shade.
Sod for Sale in Bradenton, FL Fresh Sod by the Piece, Pallet, or Truckload
Bayside Sod sells Florida sod by the piece, the pallet, and the truckload, cut fresh at our family farm in Bradenton for farm pickup or delivery to your home or job site.
How to Buy
One Pallet Covers 400 Square Feet
By the Piece
$3.75 a piece
Each piece is 16 by 24 inches (2.67 sq ft), any variety. Buy one piece or fifty at the farm store for patches and repairs.
By the Pallet
400 sq ft a pallet
Pallet prices vary by variety. Pick up at the farm or have pallets delivered; delivery starts at one pallet.
By the Truckload
Wholesale for the trade
Landscapers and contractors buy full loads delivered to the job site, with current pricing by phone.
Grown on Our Farm
Seven Sod Varieties, Cut Fresh Daily
Four grass families: St. Augustine, Zoysia, Bermuda, and Bahia.
Bahia
Bahia
Drought and heat tolerant, low maintenance, and the only variety that does not need an irrigation system.
Bermuda
Bimini Bermuda
A fine-bladed Bermuda for full sun and heavy traffic, from backyards to sports turf.
St. Augustine
Bitterblue St. Augustine
Shade tolerant for yards with up to 60 percent shade, and holds up to pets and moderate traffic.
Zoysia
CitraZoy Zoysia
A University of Florida zoysia with a finer blade than EMPIRE and improved disease resistance, for a soft lawn.
St. Augustine
Floratam St. Augustine
The most common St. Augustine in the area, best for yards with about 80 percent sun.
Looking for Another Variety?
Let us know and we can source it from our partner farms.
Comand Compost
We sell Comand compost alongside the sod for new installations.
Compare Varieties
Only Bahia Grows Without Permanent Irrigation
Sun, water, traffic, and upkeep for each grass we grow, in Bayside’s own ratings.
| Variety | Sun and shade | Irrigation | Drought resistance | Foot traffic | Maintenance | Establishment time | Blade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bahia | Good for full sun, limited for shade | Irrigation required only to establish | Good to excellent | Moderate to good wear, moderate foot traffic | Low | Moderate | Medium width and texture |
| Bimini Bermuda | Excellent for full sun, limited for shade | Permanent irrigation recommended | Good | Good wear, moderate to heavy foot traffic | Moderate | Moderate to fast | Fine texture, narrow, and pointed |
| Bitterblue St. Augustine | Good for full sun, moderate for shade | Permanent irrigation required | Moderate | Good wear, moderate foot traffic | Moderate | Moderate | Broad and coarse |
| CitraZoy Zoysia | Good for full sun, limited for shade | Permanent irrigation required | Moderate | Good wear, moderate foot traffic | Moderate | Moderate to slow | Fine to medium texture, narrow leaf blade |
| EMPIRE Zoysia | Good for full sun, limited for shade | Permanent irrigation required | Moderate | Good wear, moderate foot traffic | Moderate | Moderate to slow | Fine to medium texture, narrow leaf blade |
| Floratam St. Augustine | Good for full sun, limited for shade | Permanent irrigation required | Moderate | Good wear, moderate foot traffic | Moderate | Moderate | Broad and coarse |
| Fusion St. Augustine | Thrives in full sun and moderate shade | Permanent irrigation required | Moderate | Good wear, moderate foot traffic | Routine inputs, the same as any St. Augustine lawn | Moderate | Broad and coarse |
Not Sure Which Grass Fits Your Yard?
Tell us about your sun, shade, and traffic, and we will recommend a variety and send a quote.
Pickup and Delivery
Free Delivery for Bradenton and Sarasota Homeowners
We deliver sod from our fields to homes and job sites across Manatee, Sarasota, Hillsborough, and South Pinellas counties. Homeowners in Bradenton and Sarasota pay nothing for delivery; homeowners elsewhere pay a small delivery fee. Delivery starts at one pallet.
Farm pickup works for any quantity, from one piece to a truckload. Landscapers can load at the farm or have pallets sent straight to the job site.
Buying Sod
Sod Pricing, Pallets, and Delivery Questions
How much does sod cost at Bayside Sod?
Homeowners pay $3.75 a piece for any variety. Pallet prices vary by variety, so call the farm at (941) 702-1746 for today’s price and any specials. Landscapers get current trade pricing by phone.
How much sod is on a pallet?
One pallet covers 400 square feet. Divide your lawn’s square footage by 400 and round up: a 2,000 sq ft yard needs 5 pallets.
Is there a minimum order?
You can buy as little as one piece (2.67 sq ft) at the farm. Delivery requires at least one pallet.
Do you deliver sod, and what does it cost?
Yes. Delivery is free for homeowners in Bradenton and Sarasota, and a small delivery fee applies in surrounding areas. Landscapers can pick up at the farm or have sod delivered to the job site. See free sod delivery for details.
Which sod is best for a shady yard?
Bitterblue and ProVista St. Augustine have the best shade tolerance of our varieties. Every variety still needs at least four hours of good sunlight a day.
Which grass works without an irrigation system?
Bahia. It needs irrigation only to establish, then handles drought well. Every other variety we grow either requires permanent irrigation or does best with it.
Can I see the varieties before I buy?
Yes. The farm store at 19810 FL-64, Bradenton has a live display of every variety. Hours are Mon to Fri 8 to 4:30, Sat 8 to 12.
Free Quotes
Ready to Order Your Sod?
Tell us the variety and the square footage, and we will send a price and a delivery day.