Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Premium Sod & Turf Solutions for Chicagoland
H & E Sod Nursery has been serving the sod needs of landscape professionals, golf course superintendents, and homeowners since 1947. Our commitment to quality and innovation is rooted in our history of adopting state-of-the-art technologies and advanced scientific methods to produce turf that excels in quality and appearance. With over eight hundred acres of sod farms and a fleet of seven flat-beds and semis, we deliver premium bluegrasses, bentgrasses, and fescues tailored to diverse applications. Our reputation for unmatched service and complete customer satisfaction has been built over six decades of dedicated expertise. We specialize in providing adaptable sod blends for golf courses, sports complexes, residential properties, and commercial landscaping projects.Our vacuum cooling technology extends turfgrass shelf life while maintaining freshness and reducing waste. As a family-owned business, we combine tradition with modern innovation to meet the evolving needs of our clients. Our team's deep industry knowledge ensures every customer receives tailored solutions and exceptional support. We prioritize sustainable practices and invest in research to maintain our leadership in turfgrass production. Our one-stop shopping model simplifies procurement for professional landscapers and contractors.
Services
Bentgrass Sod
Bluegrass Sod
Fescue Sod
Specialty Sod
Vacuum Cooling
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of experience in turfgrass production.
- Our vacuum cooling technology extends turf freshness and shelf life.
- We operate a dedicated fleet for reliable Chicagoland delivery.
- Our one-stop shop serves professional landscapers' complete needs.
- Our family-owned legacy ensures personalized service and quality control.
Associations and certifications
- Midwest Assoc of Golf Course Superintendents
- Sports Turf Managers of America
- Illinois Landscape Contractors Assoc
- Midwest Sod Council
Services
Bentgrass Sod
Our bentgrass sod provides dense, fine-textured turf ideal for golf courses and high-traffic areas. This cool-season grass maintains vibrant color year-round and withstands frequent mowing. Professional groundskeepers choose our bentgrass for its durability and aesthetic appeal.
Bluegrass Sod
Kentucky Bluegrass sod creates lush, self-repairing lawns that thrive in northern climates. Our 365SS KBG and XL2000 blends offer improved shade tolerance and drought resistance. Homeowners benefit from deep root systems that prevent erosion and withstand heavy use.
Fescue Sod
Tall and fine fescue blends deliver exceptional heat and drought tolerance for challenging environments. Black Beauty Tall Fescue maintains green color with minimal watering. RTF (Rhizomatous Tall Fescue) develops deep roots for erosion control and low-maintenance landscapes.
Specialty Sod
Our specialty sod includes salt-tolerant bentgrass for coastal areas and Fido's Outdoor Potty for pet-friendly lawns. Washed sod options remove soil contaminants for precise installation requirements. These specialized blends address unique environmental and functional needs.
Vacuum Cooling
Vacuum cooling technology rapidly reduces turf temperature, extending shelf life by 50%. This energy-efficient process removes heat through evaporation, maintaining freshness during transport. Commercial clients benefit from consistent product quality and reduced waste through our advanced cooling system.
Questions
What types of sod does H & E Sod Nursery offer?
We provide bentgrass, Kentucky Bluegrass, tall/fine fescues, and specialty blends including salt-tolerant varieties and pet-friendly options.
How does vacuum cooling benefit turfgrass?
Our vacuum cooling system extends shelf life by 50% through rapid evaporation, maintaining freshness and reducing transportation waste.
Do you deliver outside the Chicagoland area?
While our fleet primarily serves Chicagoland, we can arrange special deliveries for large commercial orders beyond our standard service area.
What makes your sod suitable for golf courses?
Our bentgrass and bluegrass varieties offer the density, color retention, and wear resistance required for professional golf course maintenance.
Can homeowners purchase directly from H & E Sod Nursery?
We primarily serve landscape professionals but can connect homeowners with local garden centers carrying our premium sod products.
Reviews (2)
Italian Mama
Mar 22, 2021
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Has been going down hill for many years. Its a shame place once had very nice sod. Just look at home depot's sod tents set outside yearly the sod comes from here and if you get it quickly after initial set up where upon they fill it with sod. Its good. But then it sits rots dries out. Also quality has gone from 4 stars to 0. Wrong chemicals beings used during growth cycles etc. If you go to their actual farm in momence thinking its better.
Well in my opinion upon driving up to office you wouldn't think its sod (not cut, weeds, etc. ) Almost looks like they maybe turning it into a salvage yard literally. Shame to see a business go from beautiful quality to looking like no one cares. Well good thing is there is great place down the road to take over for them
Well in my opinion upon driving up to office you wouldn't think its sod (not cut, weeds, etc. ) Almost looks like they maybe turning it into a salvage yard literally. Shame to see a business go from beautiful quality to looking like no one cares. Well good thing is there is great place down the road to take over for them
Sergiu Dolinschi
Jun 23, 2019
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Good place for pickup. They load my trailer very fast. Light load. This guys know how to arrange your load.
