Hydroseeding is the process of applying a mixture of seeds, fertilizer, and mulch to a barren lawn to spur grass growth. The mulch and fertilizer protect and nourish the seeds for better, more even results. The guide below discusses the benefits of this method for beautifying your yard, golf course, or commercial area.

Why Choose Hydroseeding?

1. Quality

Because the grass seed has the benefit of mulch and fertilizer to help it grow, the quality of hydro-seeded lawns is better than hand seeding or using sod. The grass is greener, thicker, and lasts longer, as roots are established deep into the soil and do not suffer the shock of transplant. Customers can choose from grass varieties and a blend of fertilizers specific for their conditions.

2. Cost-Effective

Hydroseeding takes less time and labor to apply than either hand broadcasting or laying sod. Supplies are typically less expensive, and with the reduction in labor cost, this makes it a more cost-effective process that also yields better results. Because of higher plant survival, there is less fill-in follow-up planting to do as can happen with hand sowing.

3. Coverage

The process of hydroseeding allows seeds to be more evenly distributed than hand or traditional broadcast seeding. There are no seams as with sodding. Most of the time, professionals will add a dye to the mixture to make the distribution more visible to ensure uniform application. This process is useful for hills, large areas, or difficult or remote terrain. The even, healthy coverage means there are fewer weeds to deal with as well.

4. Moisture

The mulch and tackifiers within the hydroseeding “slurry” fix the seeds to the ground and seal in moisture. This process allows the roots to develop first, unlike with sod, allowing better access to the water deep in the ground. This makes the hydro-seeded lawn more drought-tolerant by comparison.

Down to Earth Landscaping & Snow Removal, in North Pole, AK, offers hydroseeding for commercial, residential, and remote locations in the greater Fairbanks area. They also provide lawn maintenance and professional snow removal for the long Alaska winters. Visit the website to discover their full range of offerings. Then call (907) 488-4232 to schedule professional, reliable, and innovative landscaping care.