Sod Staples: the unsung hero of landscapers and gardeners!
These simple wire clips are made, sold, installed, and reused by the ton across the world. What are they for? Landscapers use them to tack down weed control fabric. Civil engineers use them to secure erosion control blankets and geotextiles. And gardeners use staples to hold irrigation lines in place.
Staples made from galvanized wire are able to withstand the elements for a longer period of time than non-galvanized. Depending on your requirements, galvanized could be the right option. Do you want to remove and re-use them for several seasons? Galvanized is for you! The non-galvanized variant is better if you plan to leave yours in the soil. At the time of installation, they are strong enough to be pressed into the soil. As the metal is dissolved over time, the surface becomes pitted and will grip the surrounding soil better. A staple pushed so that the top is flush with the surface of the soil will pose no future threat to lawnmowers. They also come in varying lengths and thicknesses, for use in looser or harder soils. Longer staples for loose soil, shorter staples for hard packed soil.
Sod staples are also known as ground clips, landscape or garden staples, and sometimes fabric pins. Whatever their name, this humble length of wire with two bends serves a vital purpose!
