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Artificial turf in Ankeny, IA

Ankeny (Polk County) has about 74,458 residents. Here is what the local climate means for a turf lawn, which of our nine lines we would pick, and who can install it.

The climate in Ankeny, in numbers

Summer highs in Ankeny average 84 F, a moderate summer where turf stays comfortable underfoot all day.

Rainfall is about 37 inches a year. Drainage matters more than drought here; every line we sell has a perforated backing that lets water pass through.

Winter lows average 15 F with about 25 inches of snow. Turf tolerates both; let snow melt on its own rather than scraping it with a metal shovel.

USDA hardiness zone 5b.

Source: NOAA 1991 to 2020 US Climate Normals, station ANKENY, IA US (3 miles from Ankeny).

Summer high
84 F
Winter low
15 F
Rain a year
37 in
Snow a year
25 in
USDA zone
5b

Turf lines that fit Ankeny

All nine lines ship here at the same price as anywhere else, $2.60 to $3.50 per square foot. These are the ones we would start with for this climate.

Order a $10 sampleCompare all nine lines

The $10 comes off a later turf order. Turf is cut to your length and cannot be returned, so a sample is the safe first step.

Delivery to Ankeny

Turf ships by freight on a pallet within 3 days of your order. Delivery to a commercial address with a dock or forklift is free. Delivery to a home address is $200, which pays for the liftgate truck. Rolls are 15 ft wide and heavy; plan where the pallet will sit. Samples ship by parcel, included in the $10.

Installers we like in Ankeny

Independent landscaping and turf contractors near Ankeny with strong public ratings. You hire them directly; we are not part of the contract. Ask for a base, seam and infill plan in writing.

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