QuestionsHow to growLawnsSoil PreparationRemove lawn turf 0 Vote Up Vote Down theresa Kenneally asked 16 years ago I recently saw on a gardening programme “super garden” a machine to remove the top layer of turf / lawn to prepare for ground work. It was not a rotavator……..can you help me with what this machine is called. THanks Teri 1 Answers 0 Vote Up Vote Down Gerry Daly Staff answered 7 years ago The machine for lifting sods is generally known as a ‘sod lifter’ or ‘sod-cutter’, available in hire shops.