Phoenix hydroseeding and hydromulching
Why consider Hydroseeding and Hydromulching
There are many hurdles that can stand between you and the growth of healthy grass in the places that you desire. Regardless if you’re a homeowner in Arizona or commercial property owner in New Mexico, growing new grass or restoring it to a full, lush finish can present many challenges. Climate related issues, excess or not enough moisture in the soil, missing nutrients are examples of the type of factors that can affect the ability to create healthy growth of grass and vegetation in various spaces.
Hydroseeding can be a great solution to address these challenges. This specialized service provides a way to restore bare patches, improve weed-choked areas, or even establish grass where previously there was none. Using our expert insight and professional techniques, we can create beautiful grassy spaces where once there was nothing but dirt. As one of the premier Phoenix hydroseeding contractors, we provide services to Arizona, North Dakota, New Mexico, and beyond to create grassy spaces you can be proud of.
What is hydroseeding?
For many, hydroseeding is a concept they might have heard of, but they have never seen in practice. The process of hydroseeding uses modern technology and scientific knowledge to create the perfect growing environment for grass, resulting in a far better finish than other alternatives on the market in a shorter space of time. Hydroseeding is achieved by combining grass seed with bonding agents, fertilizer, wood mulch, and water within a hydroseeding tank. Once this formula has been created, it can then be sprayed directly onto the prepared ground and left to grow.
In the majority of cases, the first signs of germination will appear just one week to ten days following seeding. Within a month, your new grass will be ready to mow. After only two short months on average, your grass will be fully established and need no extra care. Hydroseeding makes the process of adding lawn quick, convenient, and cost-effective, allowing you to transform barren spaces into the beautiful green outdoors in next to no time.
What is hydromulching?
As part of the hydroseeding process the seeds are laid in a spray mulch mixture of straw, paper, wood and other products depending on the requirements for the specific application. The process that creates the spray mulch is called hydromulching. It keeps the seeds in place while providing a second layer of ground for them to germinate. When applied correctly, it can prevent erosion, retain moisture and insulate the seeds providing an optimal environment for growth.
The advantages of hydroseeding
There are many advantages to choosing hydroseeding over other options available on the market. First, and most importantly for areas near families, pets, or children, hydroseeding is an entirely non-toxic process. It’s not harmful to anyone and is safe to be around, even for small children and animals. However, hydroseeded ground requires careful care and management during the first few weeks to ensure it is not damaged or destroyed by traffic or over-enthusiastic pets, so that’s something to keep in mind.
Another of the excellent advantages of hydroseeding is that it’s suitable for many different locations. From sloped areas to previously barren spots, utilizing topsoil and proper preparation can allow grass to adhere to just about anywhere. The process is also fast and requires minimal hard maintenance, beyond consistent watering that can be achieved with the use of a sprinkler system for hands-off maintenance.
Hydroseeding offers a broader range of choice when it comes to precisely what you want to plant, as well. Perhaps you have specific low-weed grass seed in mind, or you want to achieve a particular look. Opting for hydroseeding allows you greater variety in your options, to perfectly suit your requirements. It’s also important to note that hydroseeding means you’re planting your grass directly into the ground and allowing it to take root, allowing for a more natural-looking result and the ability for your lawn to spread and grow.
Hydroseeding vs. sod: which is better?
All too often, hydroseeding is compared unfavorably against sod when it comes to the best option for your lawn. But, while each form of grass introduction has its advantages, hydroseeding is far more suitable in a range of different situations, and hydroseeding costs can be less as a result of the lack of labor and price of the seed itself compared to the purchase of rolls of sod to install.
There are many disadvantages to choosing sod for your garden. For builds on a budget or households looking to save their cash, turf certainly isn’t the cheapest choice available. With the high cost of purchasing finished sod in addition to the cost of the intense labor required for install, there’s also far more room for user error. One bad install can quickly become costly, and you’re even more limited to the amount of time you have to complete the work. At most, you have 24 hours between the sod being cut and installation.
Another point to consider is, while sod can be installed year-round – whereas hydroseeding in Fall is the best choice – this can lead to varying results in the original finish of your lawn. For example, yards with shady areas will have different growing conditions throughout, which can lead to patchy and uneven grass when it comes to sod; which is usually initially grown in full sunlight.
The hydroseeding process
So once you’ve decided that hydroseeding is the best fit for your upcoming lawn project, what’s the next step? Once you’ve got in touch with us, we can help you to prepare your space ready for seeding and germination. This generally means tilling and clearing anything left in the ground, including removing weeds and placing down topsoil. Topsoil should be at least 6 inches thick to ensure the roots of your grass can be adequately nourished.
From then, we can complete the full seeding process in a very short amount of time. Once spraying is complete, our part is done; unless further consultation is needed. Once your grass seed is in the ground, we’ll provide detailed care and maintenance instructions for the next few weeks including when to water your grass, as well as information for more extended maintenance and hydroseeding tips of your new lawn throughout the year. Once the first two months are up, your requirements will be the same as any other area of grass.
Hydroseeding FAQs
How much does hydroseeding cost?
Hydroseeding can be priced differently depending on your specific requirements. This includes the type of grass seed you want and even the size of the area that needs our service. The best way to get a quote is to contact us directly as one of the top hydroseeding companies in the Arizona area. The average price of hydroseeding is at least 60% below sod.
When is the best time to hydroseed?
We consider Fall the best season for hydroseeding, as this achieves the best possible results for your lawn.
How can I help with preparing my soil for hydroseeding?
If you’re working with us for hydroseeding services, we’re happy to give you all the information needed to prepare your soil correctly for spraying your future lawn.
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