Q. What do you get when you mix quality seed, powerful mulch, and tackifier, and then blow it all out of a high-powered propulsion unit?A. You get a beautiful lawn in about a week's time with no effort on your part.Hydroseeding has moved from the commercial to the residential, just in time to plan next year's lawn maintenance schedule. And the benefits of this type of mulch-driven seeding make a strong case.
- Aesthetic. Aesthetic benefits of hydroseeding include the decoration of surroundings, increased community pride, increased property values, and an overall improved quality of life. Also, hydroseeding makes the perfect compliment to trees and shrubs in a landscaped environment.
- Functional. Functionally, mulch-driven seeding prevents soil erosion and minimizes dust, dissipates of heat, and improves the control of air pollution.
- Recreational. Many parks and green areas are turning to hydroseeding for a low cost, safe surface for sports, games, and other outdoor uses. The turf is both durable and well-suited for a variety of national regions and climates.
What to Ask For
The area of the country in which you live will determine the composition of your hydroseeding compound. In general, expect a polymer gel to hold moisture in the mulch, sea kelp extracts and vitamins for turf health, and a higher nitrogen fertilizer follow-up to maximize growth and retention.
Some alternatives to mulch-driven seeding include Terra-Seeding, a combination of soil, seed, and starter fertilizer to promote grass growth in poor soil areas, and prairie or wildflower hydro, suitable for large open areas.
Kelly Richardson has obsessive compulsive lawn disorder and is
afflicted with the need to share his knowledge with the world. Kelly
writes lawn columns for a variety of home and garden magazines and
e-zines.
