Where to Buy Kikuyu Sod in Southern California

Looking for Kikuyu sod (AZ-1 or Whittet varieties) in Southern California.

Primary Source

Emerald Sod Inc. – Family-owned, grows both AZ-1 and Whittet Kikuyu sod. Reputation for quality.

• Website: emeraldkikuyu.com
• Contact via site for pricing, delivery, pickup.

Variety Notes

• AZ-1: Dwarf, finer texture, less vertical growth, lower mow frequency.
• Whittet: Standard, broader leaf, more aggressive, faster cover.

Both are sterile (no seed heads), salt-tolerant, urine-resistant. Choose based on maintenance preference.

Before Buying

• Confirm Kikuyu is legal in your city/county (some restrict it).
• Ensure you have full sun (6+ hrs) and irrigation for establishment.
• Prepare soil: till, compost, grade, pre-moisten.

Emerald Sod is the go-to for SoCal Kikuyu. Call them first.