Ready Lawn

Your Specialist Ready Lawn Installation Team in Wellington.

Ready Lawn Installation Made Easy

At Just Grass NZ, we make fresh, green lawns simple. Whether you’re revamping your backyard or laying a new lawn for a build, our team, lead by our certified Horticulturalist delivers fast, high-quality ready lawn installation with care and precision.

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Ready Lawn Installation…

Why, What, & How?…

    • Instant green transformation

    • No waiting for seed to grow

    • Minimises weeds from the start

    • Easy maintenance once established

    • Perfect for families, pets, and outdoor living

  • Tall Fescue

    We typically install Tall Fescue — a tough, drought-tolerant grass ideal for Wellington’s varied climate. It features a slightly broader leaf, a deep green colour, and excellent resilience for high-traffic zones.

  • Want something different from Tall Fescue? We supply other turf types too!

    Check out our Ready Lawn Types page and let us know at least 14 days before install so we can check availability.

    • Most lawns take 1–2 days to install depending on size of the area and access.

    • For light use, you can step on it straight after the installation is complete.

    • It’s recommended to hold off from heavy use and mowing for at least 14-21 days until the roots have established.

  • Ready Lawn installation cost are less that artificial turf installations but a little more expensive than seeding due to the amount of effort it takes to supply and install. When installed correctly, what you’re buying is an instant green product that will ad value and appeal to your space for without you lifting a finger.

    Prices can range from between $65p/m² to $90p/m² fully installed, depending on size, sub-base, and access requirements.

    Each site is different so we tailor quotes based on your specific requirements and surface needs.

    If you would like to DIY, we can supply! Just send us an enquiry and we’ll call you right back!

  • We’re proud of the feedback we’ve received about our services, we’ve dedicated a page especially for it!

    Check out our reviews!

Why Choose Just Grass NZ As Your Specialist Ready Lawn Installation Team in Wellington?

Everything included. No hidden extras. High quality products giving your grass the best start. We take pride in our work!

Installing Ready Lawn isn’t just rolling out green carpet—it’s a layered process requiring care, quality materials, and expert technique. At Just Grass NZ, we take pride in our work and handle it all—from the dig-out to the first soak—so your new lawn looks great and stays that way for years to come.

  • Everything You Need, One Fixed Price

    ✔ Premium artificial turf from our selected range

    ✔ Base layers, turf sand, and perimeter edging

    ✔ Labour, delivery, equipment, and tools

    ✔ Waste removal and site clean-up

    ✔ Final grooming and turf brushing

    ✔ All transportation and turf sundries

    No hidden extras. Just a beautiful finish.

  • Planning & Site Assessment

    • We confirm turf type and total area (plus a little extra for trimming).

    • We check for drainage needs, sun/shade, access, and assess the turf type required.

    • Preferred turf: Tall Fescue—ideal for Wellington’s climate, drought-tolerant and hardy.

    Site Preparation

    • Remove existing grass or debris down to 30–60mm depth and remove from site.

    • Bring in a lush organic lawn mix, full of nutrients and developed for good drainage

    • Level, grade and lightly compact the soil, ensuring gentle slope away from structures for water runoff.

    Base Conditioning

    • We add a granular fertilizer to help give your lawn the best start.

    • Final raking ensures a soft, level bed ready for turf.

    Turf Delivery & Handling

    • Turf is ordered and delivered on pallets to a depo

    • We collect the turf and transport it to site, fresh from the farm, ready to lay immediately.

    • Each roll measures 2.5m x 0.4m, covering 1m², and weighs approx. 15–18kg depending on moisture content, we do all the heavy lifting.

    Turf Installation

    • Turf rolls are laid in a staggered pattern, edges tight and seams offset.

    • We avoid gaps or overlaps and gently press seams for a neat join.

    • A lawn roller is used to ensure strong turf-to-soil contact.

    Watering In

    • Turf is watered immediately after install, soaking the entire lawn to encourage rooting.

    • We provide watering instructions for the next 2–3 weeks to help turf establish.

  • Using Your Lawn

    • Keep off for 5–7 days. Light walking is okay, but no mowing, playing or pets until turf roots begin to anchor.

    Watering

    • Keeping soil moist is important to help the roots take hold.

    • Water once a day or even twice during the drier months.

    • Avoid waterlogging the soil, especially in shady or clay-heavy areas.

    First Mow

    • Usually after 2–3 weeks, when turf resists lifting by hand.

    • Use a sharp mower on the highest setting and reduce gradually in following cuts.

    • Follow our mowing height guide based on your turf type.

    Aftercare & Seasonal Support

    • Apply a starter fertiliser 3–4 weeks after installation.

    • Join our Healthy Lawns Program for monthly spray services including:

      • Seasonal fertilisers

      • Pest control (grass grub, porina)

      • Prickle and weed prevention

  • And Why Quality Installation Matters!

    Proper Ready Lawn installation ensures:

    • Healthy root establishment

    • Even coverage with no sinkage

    • Excellent drainage and minimal weed intrusion

    • A smoother, greener, longer-lasting lawn

    What You Get With Just Grass

    • 👷 Expert turf installers with years of experience led by our certified Horticulturalist

    • 🚜 Compact equipment for tight-access Wellington sites

    • ♻️ Waste responsibly removed and recycled

    • 🧼 Tidy, respectful worksite with good communication

    • 📦 Supply & delivery of all materials included

    From first dig to first soak, we handle it all.

  • We stand behind our work with our name and reputation!

    • Our installation process is designed to give your grass the best start in life.

    • It ‘‘IS’’ just grass, but also a living product which needs to be cared for.

    • It’s up to you to following our protection & care instructions to make sure your grass remains beautiful and heathy

    • We are here for aftercare support and long-term turf advice

    • Water deeply, not lightly: Frequent, shallow watering encourages shallow roots.

    • Mow regularly: Avoid cutting more than 1/3 of the grass blade at a time.

    • Avoid heavy foot traffic during rain: Soft soil can rut, affecting root contact.

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Hyperlapse of a Ready Lawn installation by Just Grass NZ. After all the heavy prep work is done, we roll out the green carpet!

Just Grass NZ

Servicing Wellington Homes & Businesses Since 2017

We install Ready Lawn throughout the Greater Wellington Region including:
Wellington Suburbs • Lower Hutt • Upper Hutt • Wainuiomata • Whitby • Porirua • Kapiti Coast • Wairarapa (on request)

Book Your Ready Lawn Installation

Whether you’re turfing a new build, backyard, school, or lifestyle block—we’ve got the team, turf, and tools to get it done right.

0800 MY LAWN
info@justgrassnz.com