Hydroseeding A Lawn

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Planting a lawn could be a laborious, time-consuming and expensive process. But with a technology like hydroseeding things have changed for the better; it is catching up because it is easy to use and effective. Simply put, the process involves making a mixture of water, seed, fertilizer, cellulose fiber or wood mulch and occasionally lime, in the right proportions in a tank and spraying it on a prepared lawn area using a hose.

The idea is for the mulch to become a moist coating that retains water for the seeds. Not only that, it helps create a bond with the soil, and protects the seeds from erosion, wind and sunlight which allows them to germinate easily. When the seeds come in contact with water, their germination cycle is triggered and as the seeds sprout, they gain nourishment from the decomposing mulch which adds various nutrients to the soil. The mulch thus does not have to be manually removed and actually adds to the growth process. The grass develops a deep root system and an even leaf-stock pattern, making the lawn lush and carpet-like.

Mechanical spraying means that the lawn can be planted in a short span of time, which is a big advantage when planting big lawns, and is therefore a boon for landscaping contractors and homeowners alike. The mulch coating ensures that the grass growth is healthy and fast: grass usually comes up within a week and is ready for the first mowing in less than a month. Due to the coating of the mulch which prevents erosion, hydroseeding is ideal for planting lawns on slopes or erosion-prone areas. In addition, since the hydroseeding mulch is sprayed on, it is ideal for uneven areas, which are tough to do using other methods. There are no weed seeds in the hydroseeding mulch, which means that the lawn would be initially without any weeds at all. The mixture is usually dyed an organic green making it more visually attractive even before the grass begins to grow as opposed to the straw used in conventional planting.
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The best feature of hydroseeding which actually makes it more attractive than applying sod is the cost. The labor cost is much lower, and one doesn't have to pay for things like growing, weeding, palletizing and shipping if one decides on hydroseeding. In addition, hydroseeding can do with less watering because the mulch retains more water and thus saves on water bills. Once the mixture is sprayed, it must be kept moist at all times for the first fortnight. Depending on the weather, the sort of soil and grass being planted, the lawn area will need light sprinklings 2-3 times a day. This would be reduced to watering just once a day after the first two weeks till the first mowing. After this the lawn would need long waterings, but at long intervals so that the grass is able to send down deep roots, and is well established.

Before the mixture is sprayed however, care should be taken to grade the lawn area and prepare the soil to receive the spray exactly the way it is done before conventional lawn planting or sod application. The hydroseed spraying should only be done just prior to the grass's prime growing season in order to establish the very best outcome. And after the spraying, once the growth begins to show up, any uneven areas may have to be re-administered with the spray. Whether you are looking to plant a small residential lawn or a commercial area, hydroseeding is recommended because of its efficiency and economy. Plenty of companies offer hydroseeding services, and between them can offer the choice of grass and fertilizers desired for lawns of all types and sizes.