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How do you prepare ground for hydroseeding?
Start by removing all rocks, sticks or other debris from the surface area. Next remove any exisitng grass and/or weeds. Proper landscape irrigation is a must for hydroseeding success, especially for Southern California. Install and test your irrigation system prior to hydroseeding.
Do I need to kill weeds before hydroseeding?
Hydroseed should only be applied to bare soil, so remove weeds, rocks or other debris that may inhibit the seeds from reaching the soil.
How much topsoil do I need for hydroseeding?
If your site has no topsoil, we recommend adding up to 4 inches of quality topsoil. We use a loamy topsoil mix. This soil will help provide nutrients to the lawn. If you are unsure of the quality of your soil, a soil test can give you an idea of the nutrients in the soil as well as the pH level.
Should I roll topsoil before hydroseeding?
Hydroseeding is a commonly used method of seeding lawns. The soil must be properly prepared before hydroseeding, though, and rolling the topsoil is one step in that process. The best time to hydroseed is in the fall or spring to allow the grass to grow without the heat of summer, recommends Clark’s Landscape.
Can you hydroseed over rocks?
Hydroseeding works very well in tough grade situations as well, such as steep hills, bowls, valleys, etc. The common joke in the industry is that you can get hydroseed to grow on rocks! (there is truth to that; although overtime the grass will not survive due to lack of nutrients from true topsoil).
Can you hydroseed on wet soil?
Hydroseed is a popular choice for establishing grass lawns in Northern California. However, unlike sod, hydroseed doesn’t need frequent watering to grow. Rainfall, manual watering, and even dew can give hydroseed the moisture it needs to begin establishing.
How do you stop weeds growing before laying turf?
To get rid of weeds before laying sod, you should first apply a natural or chemical weed and grass killer to kill all existing weeds. Then, use a sod cutter to remove the old lawn and weeds. Finally, till the lawn, water it, and wait 1-2 weeks. This step is essential because it will cause any weed seeds to sprout.
Can you topsoil over weeds?
Some gardeners prefer to use foreign or imported topsoil as a means of discouraging weed growth. To utilize this method, first mow your lawn then apply a 1-inch layer of foreign topsoil to heavily weedy areas. Adding landscaping fabric is an extra precaution against weeds that you can choose to omit.
How do you kill weeds before hydroseeding?
If any weed seeds are present they will germinate. If they get any weeds, spray them with roundup the day before I hydroseed and they will die under the new lawn.
Can you hydroseed over dead grass?
We don’t spray over any existing grass, dead or alive. The hydroseed needs to penetrate the soil to germinate and root into it properly. When there’s dead grass/root system in the way, it will germinate in the wood fiber mulch and then die off within a few weeks.
How long before you can walk on hydroseed?
Can I walk on hydroseeded Areas? Yes. Only as much as is absolutely necessary. Avoid heavy traffic and don’t have the family picnic on your lawn for the first 30 days but moving around to water and get from point A to point B in your yard is ok.
Why is my hydroseed not growing?
Hydroseed will grow in many conditions but over time if there is not enough sunlight your lawn will deteriorate. We highly recommend 3-4 hours of filtered sunlight to have a quality lawn. You may need to cut back some tree limbs to let more light through. Moss growth is a good indicator of lack of light.
What is the cost to Hydroseed 1 acre?
Hydroseeding Costs Hydroseeding averages between $0.06 to $0.20 per square foot or $2,000 to $4,000 per acre. Small jobs of less than 500 square feet will, instead, be charged an hourly rate of $24 to $30 per hour.
How often should you water Hydroseed?
After the lawn is first Hydroseeded, allow the mulch to dry before watering. (Usually dry by the next day.) During the first two weeks, water all areas every day keeping area slightly moist to speed up germination. Water 10 to 20 minutes per section, twice a day, if possible.
Is hydroseeding worth the money?
Hydroseeding is much less expensive than installing sod. According to HomeAdvisor: “Hydroseeding costs an average of $1,000 for a 5,000-10,000 square foot lawn, though homeowners could pay anywhere from $500 to $4,000 depending on the size of their yard and quality of the mix.
Which is better sod or hydroseed?
While hydroseeding doesn’t give you immediate results like Sod, but it grows much faster than planting regular grass seed. While hydro seeding also cost more than regular seeding it is cheaper than sod by 10-15 cents a square foot (which also depends on the type of grass seed your supplier is using).
Is hydroseed safe for dogs?
Yes. It’s Safe! Hydroseeding is a completely safe and non-toxic method of growing grass and other vegetation. Our appplications are harmless to kids, pets, and wildlife. All of the products we use are eco-friendly, biodegradeable, and fully approved for residential and commercial applications.
