In Kitsap Hydroseeding Produces Healthy Green Lawns

| Sunday, January 13, 2013
By Claire Bolton


In Kitsap hydroseeding provides a fast, cost effective way of establishing a lovely, healthy lawn. Seed, mulch and fertilizer are added to water to make a slurry. This is applied to well prepared soil, using equipment which ensures even distribution. This mixture helps seeds to germinate more quickly and protects them as they grow. Selecting a reliable contractor with a good track record is important to ensure that you get the best possible result.

The reason that the seed germinates so much quicker than with other methods of seeding is due to the blending of the mulch with the seed and fertilizer. This is why it is important for a contractor to use the best quality mulch. It seals in the moisture and helps to protect the seeds. For areas where there is a risk of erosion and seed washing away, additional tackifying agents can be added to the slurry.

The seeds used by contractors will be chosen according to the conditions and requirements of the area where the lawn is to be installed. The weather conditions, type of soil and whether the terrain is flat or sloped all need to be considered. Some contractors will even custom spray the right seed for different areas.

There are contractors that deal with large contracts and others who only deal with small projects. You need to find one with equipment suitable for your specific project. There are different types of machines produced today which can be used for many applications. These vary from lawns for small residential gardens to controlling large areas of erosion.

Preparing a new site involves the same process as for seeding any other way. Every seeding contractor has their own preferred methods of preparing the soil. Whatever methods are used, it should result in a smooth, rock free, slightly loose soil. Weed killer needs to be applied about ten weeks prior to seeding a new lawn. Topsoil is used in areas where soil is of poor quality.

Good aftercare is essential and most companies give written instructions on how to water, mow and fertilize the lawn. The seeds germinate very quickly, with growth depending on the amount of sunshine and water. In summer, a lawn may need to be mowed after only two to three weeks. However, mowing too soon can prevent the roots from taking hold. Installing a sprinkler system prior to the process can help a great deal with making sure that water is distributed evenly on a regular basis.

Do not worry if some weeds start appearing. These will grow faster than the grass. Using weed control products at this stage is a mistake as they can cause the grass to die. As the grass begins to grow, most of the weeds are usually choked out. Do not attempt to mow the grass before the roots have been given time to become properly established.

The hydroseed process costs far less than installing a sod lawn. Sod can be expensive and the process of installing it is labor intensive. In Kitsap hydroseeding offers a means of establishing a healthy, even lawn at a very reasonable cost.




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