Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Premium Sod & Landscaping Supplies
Modern Turf is a family-owned and operated enterprise dedicated to providing premium grass varieties and landscaping solutions for residential, commercial, and sports applications. With over 125 years of combined experience, our team includes former golf course superintendents and turfgrass experts who specialize in cultivating high-quality sod, including Tifway 419, Centipede, Zorro Zoysia, and Celebration Bermuda Grass. We offer year-round products and services, including landscape supplies, mulch, and organic soil, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions for their specific needs. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our customer-centric approach, technical expertise, and dedication to sustainable practices.We serve a broad geographic area from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas, supporting projects ranging from residential lawns to championship golf courses. Our reputation for reliability and quality is underscored by testimonials highlighting exceptional service, rapid project turnaround, and superior turf performance. By combining advanced agricultural techniques with personalized guidance, Modern Turf empowers clients to achieve vibrant, durable landscapes that enhance property value and usability.
Services
Premium Sod
Golf Course Grasses
Sports Field Turf
Organic Soil
Landscape Supplies
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- Our team includes former golf course superintendents with 125+ years of combined turfgrass expertise
- Year-round availability of premium sod and landscaping products
- Customized grass selection for residential, sports, and golf applications
- Proven track record in large-scale projects across 14+ states
- Comprehensive support from consultation to installation
What people say
Great service
Yard looks awesome
Responsive professionals
Superior putting surface
Excellent results
Services
Premium Sod
Modern Turf provides premium sod varieties including Tifway 419, Celebration Bermuda, and Zorro Zoysia. Our sod is harvested fresh to order, ensuring optimal root development and rapid establishment. Ideal for residential lawns, sports fields, and golf courses, our turfgrass solutions combine durability with aesthetic appeal. Each sod order receives personalized guidance for proper installation and maintenance.
Golf Course Grasses
We specialize in ultradwarf bermudagrasses like Mach 1 and MiniVerde for championship putting surfaces. Our golf course solutions include grass selection, soil analysis, and no-till conversion processes. Backed by former golf course superintendents' expertise, we deliver consistent ball roll, color retention, and seasonal performance for premier golf facilities.
Sports Field Turf
Modern Turf Sports offers durable turf solutions for athletic fields, including Stadium Zoysia and Celebration Hybrid. Our services encompass field design, drainage installation, and maintenance programs. With proven performance in high-traffic environments, our grasses ensure player safety and rapid recovery from wear and tear.
Organic Soil
Our Blended Earth product combines mushroom compost with specialized soil conditioners to enhance lawn vitality. This organic solution improves soil structure, nutrient retention, and water efficiency. Perfect for new installations or topdressing existing lawns, it creates optimal growing conditions for all grass varieties.
Landscape Supplies
We supply comprehensive landscaping materials including mulch, sand, gravel, and stone. Our products support erosion control, moisture retention, and aesthetic enhancement. Available at our Columbia, SC retail location, these supplies complement our turfgrass offerings for complete landscaping solutions.
People
Hank Kerfoot
President & Founder
Hank founded Modern Turf in 2000 after graduating from Lake City Community College and working as a golf course superintendent. With over two decades of leadership, he expanded the company's operations across 1,425 acres while maintaining a commitment to community and industry advancement.
B.J. Haunert
Vice President
B.J. brings 25 years of turfgrass expertise to Modern Turf as Vice President. A graduate of Ohio State University with an agronomy degree, he specializes in warm-season grass cultivation and has directed major re-grassing projects across the Southeast since joining the company.
Stephen Butler
General Manager
Stephen oversees Modern Turf's agronomic programs with a degree in Golf Course Management from Horry Georgetown Technical College. His 20+ year career spans golf course superintendence to managing daily farm operations, ensuring eco-friendly, high-quality turf production.
Buddy Smith
Vice President of Sales
Buddy, a NC State graduate with turf and landscape diplomas, serves as Vice President of Sales. With 28 years of industry experience, he provides expert guidance on grass selection and maintenance practices for residential and commercial clients.
Jamey Jackson
Regional Director of Sales
Jamey manages client relationships across the Gulf States with extensive turfgrass industry knowledge. A former golf course superintendent and competitive golfer, he combines technical expertise with regional market insights to support client success.
Questions
What types of sod do you sell?
We offer Empire Zoysia, Zorro Zoysia, Celebration Bermuda, Centipede, and specialized golf course grasses like Mach 1 Ultradwarf.
How do I choose the best grass for my area?
Our experts consider climate, shade exposure, and intended use to recommend the optimal grass variety for your specific location.
What distinguishes Modern Turf from competitors?
Our team's 125+ years of turfgrass management experience and commitment to customized solutions set us apart.
Do you deliver sod?
Yes, we offer delivery services with freight costs based on distance and delivery requirements.
When is the best time to lay sod?
Early spring is ideal in the Southeast, but we provide year-round installation guidance to ensure proper establishment.
Can I purchase less than a full pallet?
Yes, half-pallet options are available for Centipede and Bermuda grasses, covering 250 sq ft.
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