Artificial turf in Odessa, TX
Odessa (Ector County) has about 115,743 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 Odessa, in numbers
Summer highs in Odessa average 94 F. That is warm enough that a natural lawn needs regular watering from late spring through early fall.
With about 12 inches of rain a year, this is dry country. Watering is the largest cost of a natural lawn here, and often the first thing a utility restricts.
USDA hardiness zone 8b.
Source: NOAA 1991 to 2020 US Climate Normals, station ODESSA, TX US (1 miles from Odessa).
- Summer high
- 94 F
- Winter low
- 34 F
- Rain a year
- 12 in
- Snow a year
- 1 in
- USDA zone
- 8b
Turf lines that fit Odessa
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.
Ultra Natural$3.50 / sq ft
Its heavier face weight and taller pile hold up to strong sun and stay soft underfoot.
Size and price itActive Turf$3.20 / sq ft
Rated for medium to heavy traffic, so a yard that is used all year keeps its shape.
Size and price itPaw Pro$3.20 / sq ft
For dogs: a shorter pile that drains fast and rinses clean.
Size and price itTrue Putt$3.20 / sq ft
For a backyard putting green: a short, dense pile with a true roll.
Size and price it
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 Odessa
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 Odessa
Independent landscaping and turf contractors near Odessa 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.
AG Landscaping & Co.
Odessa · 5.0 stars (29 reviews)
Bigger Things Landscaping
Odessa · 5.0 stars (27 reviews)
Lawn Ranger Landscaping
Odessa · 5.0 stars (10 reviews)
American Tree Care
Odessa · 4.9 stars (169 reviews)
Buried Stone Rock Yard
Odessa · 4.9 stars (118 reviews)
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