Spracklin's Hydroseeding

THE ADVANTAGES OF HYDRO SEEDING!

Hydroseeding is a fast, cost effective way to have a new lawn that will turn your neighbors green with envy.

The cost to have your new lawn hydro seeded is less than 1/2 the cost of using sod, and in a few weeks you will have a better appearing lawn with no need to worry if the sod will take. The New lawn will be sprayed with a protective mulch covering that has an attractive green appearance.  A special blend of seeds will be used that will be chosen for the conditions and requirements you have.  The factors that may go into the choice may be the amount of sun, shade, the terrain, the type of soil and if you have children or pets.  

Your lawn will be hydro seeded with a tested, high quality, certified turf mix.  Germination time will depend on the weather, the time of year, the amount of water, the area you live in and other factors.  Usually grass will be visible in 9-8 days, a few days slower in cold weather or the hottest part of summer.  

Care of a Newly Hydro Seeded Lawn!

Care and watering

However your new lawn is installed care is very important, particularly for the first month.

Successful seed germination depends on a few days of special care.  To assure proper germination water regularly.  We suggest two times a day in warm weather.  Keeping the yard moist will maximize seed germination. 

You may walk on the hydro seeded surface when watering.  Try to walk only on areas that are dry, and try to not disturb the mulch mat.

By watering regularly and keeping your new seedlings from drying out you insure the beginnings of a lawn that will make your neighbors green with envy.

Mowing:

Don’t be in a hurry to cut your lawn the first time. Give the roots time to take hold. As soon as the new lawn is 3 inches high it is time for the first cut. Be sure your mower blade is sharp. This will prevent the grass from tearing and being pulled out by the roots.


Torn or ripped grass is susceptible to attack by disease. Subsequent cuttings should be done often and no more than 1/3 of the grass should be cut off at one time. For the first couple of cuts do not collect the grass clippings. Use your mulching option on your mower so to allow the clipping to fall into your new lawn and be used as mulching compost.

Fertilizing:

Your new lawn should be fertilized, with a high nitrogen fertilizer again in about 5  weeks after initial application. Fertilizing too early will burn the grass, and possibly kill the new lawn.

You will know it is time to fertilize, if the new lawn has a light green color. The new lawn should then be re-fertilized about every 6 to 8 weeks through the summer.

 Weed control:

This is very serious ------ do not use weed control products on new young grass. The grass at this stage may react severely to the chemicals and die. All soil contains weed seeds, which will come up after the lawn has been planted. Weeds germinate quicker than grass seed therefore, do not be concerned when weeds appear. As the grass becomes established, many weeds cannot survive the grass root system and will be choked out. The few that might remain can be controlled and eliminated as part of your normal fertilizing process. Ask your nearest garden center to recommend the appropriate weed & feed product. Do not put fertilizer with a Weed Killer on your new lawn until it is at least 3 months old.