🌿 Instant Lawn Supply & Installation in Gauteng
Premium Turf for Homes & Businesses in Johannesburg, Randburg & Sandton
Transform your outdoor space instantly with lush, natural grass.
Subtropical Garden & Pool Services cc supplies, delivers and professionally installs high-quality instant lawn across Gauteng, including Johannesburg, Randburg, Sandton, Roodepoort and Midrand.
Instant lawn is the most affordable green-cover solution — faster and cheaper than planting from seed or using ground-cover plants — giving you a beautiful lawn from day one.
✅ Instant Lawn Options Available in Gauteng
Our warm-season grasses thrive in the Gauteng climate, offering durability, water efficiency and year-round beauty.
| Lawn Type | Price (per m²) | Best For | Key Benefits |
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| Kikuyu Grass | From R49/m² | Full sun, high-traffic areas | Fast-growing, hardy, affordable |
| Gulf Green Grass | From R57/m² | Residential & commercial lawns | Fine texture, excellent colour retention |
| Tiffsport Grass | From R60/m² | Sports fields & premium landscapes | Dense, durable, sports-grade turf |
| LM Berea Grass | From R83/m² | Shade-to-semi-shade gardens | Soft texture, low maintenance, shade tolerant |
💡 Prices exclude delivery and installation.
Our instant lawn is perfect for:
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Residential gardens & estates
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Office parks & commercial properties
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Schools, parks & sports fields
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Landscaping upgrades & renovations
🌱 Why Choose Us for Instant Lawn in Gauteng?
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✅ Expert lawn selection for sun & shade areas
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✅ Professional soil preparation & installation
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✅ Fast delivery across Johannesburg, Randburg, Roodepoort, Midrand, Sandton & Gauteng
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✅ Quality turf — fresh, healthy & weed-free
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✅ Helpful lawn care guidance & maintenance options
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✅ Competitive pricing & reliable service
📦 Optional Add-On Services
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Lawn levelling & soil preparation
📩 Get a Free Instant Lawn Quote
Ready to enjoy a soft, green, fully-established lawn?
📞 Get a Free Quotation
📞 Call: 083-560-1555
📩 Request a quotation online
🌿 Local, trusted outdoor services since 1995
Contact our team for professional advice, delivery options and installation pricing for instant lawn in Gauteng, Johannesburg, Midrand, Roodepoort, Randburg and Sandton.
👉 Request your free quotation today — fast response guaranteed.
🌿 DIY Guide: How to Install Instant Roll-On Lawn
Instant lawn gives you a beautiful, mature lawn immediately—without waiting months for seed or runners to establish. Follow these steps for a strong, healthy start to your new lawn.
✅ STEP 1 — Measure & Order Your Lawn
1. Measure the area using a tape measure.
2. Draw a simple sketch showing the length, width, and any curved or unusual areas.
3. Multiply length × width to get your total square meters (m²).
Tip: If you’re unsure, send us your sketch — we’ll calculate the correct quantity for you.
📌 Install on the same day of delivery — fresh turf must be laid immediately.
✅ STEP 2 — Prepare the Soil
Proper soil preparation is critical for success.
Dig & Level
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Dig soil to 10–15 cm deep, or add a layer of quality topsoil.
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Ensure the ground slopes slightly away from buildings for drainage.
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Remove rocks, weeds, roots, and debris.
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Lightly roll the soil to firm it and reveal uneven spots.
Fertilise
Apply a starter fertiliser such as:
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2:3:2 or
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6:3:4
Rake it into the top layer of soil — this feeds the new lawn while establishing roots.
Moisten the Soil
Water the soil lightly before laying turf. Aim for 5 cm deep moisture.
✅ STEP 3 — Lay the Turf
Turf is a living plant — lay immediately on arrival.
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Start from the straightest edge (driveway/path).
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Butt rolls tightly together — no gaps or overlapping.
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Stagger joints (brick-style pattern).
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Lay across slopes, not down them.
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Avoid walking on freshly laid turf.
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Compact lightly after laying (roller preferred).
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Water generously once installation is complete.
Protect unused rolls:
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Keep in shade
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Cover with wet hessian or cloth
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Mist lightly
✅ STEP 4 — Watering Schedule
Watering is the single biggest factor in lawn survival.
❗ 90% of new lawn failures are due to insufficient watering.
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Water immediately after installation.
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Keep soil continuously moist for the first 5–6 weeks.
General Guideline
| Time Period | Frequency |
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| First 2 weeks | Water daily, often multiple times per day in heat |
| Weeks 3–5 | Reduce gradually to once per day |
| After 5 weeks | Reduce to 2–3 deep waterings/week |
| After establishment | 1–2 deep waterings/week (30 mm per watering) |
Avoid watering in windy conditions — much of the water is lost to drift & evaporation.
Important Notes
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Use sprinklers or irrigation only — no hand-watering.
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Avoid short watering cycles; they only wet the surface.
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Deep watering encourages deep, drought-resistant roots.
💡 Example Summer Watering Programme
(Hot weather + windy area)
| Period | Frequency |
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| Week 1–2 | 4 × per day × 10 minutes |
| Week 3–5 | Reduce to 1–2 × per day × 15 minutes (early morning) |
| After 5 weeks | Reduce to 1–2 × per week over 2–3 months |
🚫 Common Mistakes to Avoid
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💧 Under-watering (most common reason for lawn failure)
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🚫 Hand-watering (uneven + causes soil erosion)
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👟 Walking on fresh turf
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🌬️ Watering during strong winds
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🌞 Watering only a few minutes per day (evaporation loss)
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⏱️ Delaying installation after delivery
✅ Best Practice
Install an underground irrigation system with timer.
Consistent, automated watering = successful establishment & long-term lawn health.
📩 Need Professional Installation Instead?
We supply, deliver and install premium instant lawn throughout:
Randburg | Sandton | Midrand | Roodepoort | Johannesburg
Professional installation = correct ground prep + irrigation + guaranteed lawn establishment.
📞 Get a Free Quotation
Transform your garden, pool or outdoor space today.
📞 Call: 083-560-1555
📩 Request a quotation online
🌿 Local, trusted outdoor services since 1995
📎 Request your lawn quotation today and we’ll contact you to assist.
💧 Water Restrictions & New Lawn Installation
Please note that municipal water restrictions may apply in different parts of Gauteng. However, exemptions can sometimes be granted for short periods under special circumstances — for example, to allow watering when establishing a new lawn.
Our team can provide guidance on responsible watering practices and assist you with information required for exemption applications where applicable.
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Interested in our instant lawn supply and installation service?
📞 Get a Free Quotation
📞 Call: 083-560-1555
📩 Request a quotation online
🌿 Local, trusted outdoor services since 1995
Simply complete our Request My Quotation form and we will contact you as soon as possible with pricing, advice and availability.
Let us help you achieve a beautiful, healthy lawn — even in water-wise conditions.

