Hydroseeding typically uses a blend of water, paper/wood, and biodegradable bonding material (‘tackifier’) to suspend the seed in a secure ‘3D’ matrix. By creating the optimum growing conditions hydroseeding provides a more reliable method of ensuring successful germination and establishment.
Advantages include:
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Quick, even and accurate coverage
- Application at almost any time of year,
including times when conventional sowing methods can't be used
- Can be used in areas that are difficult or
impossible for conventional machinery to access
- Erosion control - effective on steep gradients,
slopes, riverbanks, etc.; can also be used in conjunction with geotextiles for stabilisation on very steep slopes
- Protects the seed after application, even
during extremes of wet or dry weather.
We have three hydroseeding machines; one 3,500 litre machine for large areas and two 1,000 litre machines that are particularly suitable for sites that are inaccessible to standard horticultural machinery.
How it works
A biodegradable mixture of seed and selected components is sprayed onto the required area. This mixture can be tailored specifically to the needs of each site. For example, varying the components of the blend can provide stabilisation and erosion control on steep gradients.
- Quicker, more successful germination and establishment is provided
- The secure matrix means less seed is lost to run-off in wet weather
- Conversely, the moisture retaining properties of the blend mean that the mix can be applied during very dry conditions.
As such, hydroseeding can be applied at virtually any time of year without any adverse effect on seed germination. |
Hydroseeding from 1,000 litre tank
Mixing hydroseeding blend
Before hydroseeding
During hydroseeding
After hydroseeding - even
germination |
