Business Details
47 Years
experience
Trusted Grass Supplier in San Antonio
Del's Grass Farms has been serving San Antonio and surrounding areas since 1979, establishing itself as the largest grass distributor in South Texas. With over 2,000 acres dedicated to cultivating premium grass varieties, we specialize in providing tailored solutions for residential, commercial, and athletic applications. Our expertise spans golf course tees, fairways, home lawns, and athletic fields, with grass types engineered for resilience in extreme weather conditions. Our team of experts prioritizes customer needs, offering guidance on selecting grasses optimized for shade tolerance, drought resistance, and disease prevention. We maintain rigorous quality standards while ensuring efficient delivery services across South Texas, including communities like Helotes, Schertz, and Pleasanton. Through decades of experience, we've developed deep knowledge of grass performance in diverse environments, from winter hardiness to salt tolerance.Our commitment to innovation is reflected in our selection of advanced cultivars like Tahoma 31 Bermudagrass, bred for cold and drought resistance through USDA-backed research. We emphasize proper installation and maintenance practices, providing detailed watering instructions to ensure long-term lawn health. As a family-operated business, we combine generational expertise with modern agricultural techniques to deliver sustainable landscaping solutions. Our comprehensive approach addresses both immediate project needs and long-term turf viability, making us a trusted partner for landscapers, homeowners, and commercial clients throughout South Texas.
Services
Tahoma 31 Grass
Raleigh St. Augustine
El Toro Zoysia
Tiffway 419 Bermuda
Sod Installation
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Serving South Texas since 1979 with expert grass selection
- Cultivates premium grasses on 2,000+ acres of dedicated farmland
- Specializes in drought-resistant varieties like Tahoma 31 Bermudagrass
- Offers delivery services across 20+ communities in South Texas
- Provides detailed watering and maintenance instructions for optimal growth
Services
Tahoma 31 Grass
Tahoma 31 Bermudagrass combines cold-hardiness and drought resistance through specialized breeding. Developed from plants found in extreme climates, this fine-textured grass requires 18-56% less water than standard cultivars. Its deep root system ensures viability in challenging conditions while maintaining aesthetic quality for residential and commercial landscapes.
Raleigh St. Augustine
Raleigh St. Augustine offers medium leaf texture with superior shade tolerance among warm-season grasses. This variety balances aesthetic appeal with practical performance, making it ideal for partially shaded residential lawns. Its adaptability to different light conditions provides reliable coverage where other grasses might struggle.
El Toro Zoysia
El Toro Zoysia features medium leaf size with exceptional drought tolerance and disease resistance. This versatile grass performs well in both commercial and residential settings, maintaining density under moderate foot traffic. Its ability to thrive with reduced water makes it an efficient choice for sustainable landscaping projects.
Tiffway 419 Bermuda
Tiffway 419 Bermuda combines medium-fine texture with strong weed and disease resistance. This durable grass establishes dense coverage suitable for high-traffic areas. Its aggressive growth habit helps prevent weed invasion while maintaining a manicured appearance for athletic fields and premium lawns.
Sod Installation
Professional sod installation services ensure proper establishment through precise watering protocols. We provide seasonal guidelines for new and established lawns, addressing specific needs during summer, spring, fall, and winter months. Our instructions help maintain root health and prevent stress from environmental factors.
Questions
What grass types do you offer?
We offer Tahoma 31 Bermudagrass, Raleigh St. Augustine, El Toro Zoysia, and Tiffway 419 Bermuda for residential and commercial applications.
Do you deliver grass to my area?
We deliver to all South Texas communities including San Antonio, Schertz, Live Oak, and Pleasanton within our service radius.
How should I water new sod?
New sod requires daily watering (1" per day) for 2-3 weeks during growing seasons, with adjustments based on weather conditions.
Which grass is best for shade?
Raleigh St. Augustine provides the best shade tolerance among our warm-season grass options for partially shaded areas.
What makes Tahoma 31 special?
Tahoma 31 combines cold-hardiness and drought resistance through specialized breeding, using parent plants from extreme climates in China and South Africa.
How do I maintain established lawns?
Established lawns need 2" of water twice weekly during growing seasons, with winter maintenance requiring weekly watering to protect root systems.
