Maintaining a lush, green lawn requires strategy, especially if you’re seeding a new area. Sodding and traditional methods won’t always work, especially in places with heavy wind and sun exposure. Instead, professionals often recommend hydroseeding. If you’re unfamiliar with the process, here’s some information about its benefits and how it works.

Understanding Hydroseeding

How it Works

Rather than sowing seeds by hand or machine, hydroseeding spreads them over a tilled area in a slurry of seeds, mulch, and moisture. It’s a quick way to seed large areas, and the added moisture helps the seeds settle into place. The heavier mulch component protects the seeds from being blown away, and as organic materials in the slurry decompose, they’ll feed the seeds essential nutrients, so they germinate quickly.

The Benefits

Hydroseeding works on slopes, flat surfaces, and uneven terrain. The spray method ensures an even distribution of seeds, and the quick growth will prevent erosion and soil damage in areas that are otherwise hard to cultivate.

Also, it’s easy to identify the slurry layer because of its green dye, ensuring you cover every inch of the target area and get evenly distributed growth. Fast results will help damaged landscapes recover and help you achieve the lawn of your dreams without a lot of trial and error.

The Role of Mulch

After hydroseeding, you’ll want to lay down a layer of mulch. Mulch is usually made from shredding grass, leaves, or woodchips. It acts as a blanket, shield, and moisture retainer to promote seed growth.

Should temperatures drop, the mulch will keep the soil warm. If sun exposure increases, it’ll prevent evaporation. The material will also hold onto water and feed it to the soil. It comes in a wide range of colors to meet your aesthetic goals.

If you’re thinking about hydroseeding, Metro Sod & Seeding of Lincoln, NE, will help you achieve your landscaping goals. They’ve served their community since 1994 and are proud to offer seeding and lawn maintenance services. They also provide irrigation and sprinkler maintenance, which you can explore on their website. Call (402) 730-4421 to schedule a consultation.