Traditional Lawn Sowing
Which is right for me?
Hydroseeding
Hydroseeding is applied through pressure via a hose onto the desired soil area, creating an ideal environment for seed germination and turf development. Once the hydroseed is sprayed, it will appear as a green mat, aiding water and soil retention. This mat acts as a green house, nourishing and speeding up the germination process. As your lawn grows, this mat disappears and nurtures the soil.
Hydroseeding Advantages
Less expensive than turf; can be accomplished in a short time; assists with erosion control; rate of germination is quicker; less water is necessary to establish hydroseed than either broadcast seed or turf; and healthy root system develops during germination.
Hydroseeding Disadvantages
Timing can be tricky and depends on your zone; more expensive than broadcast seed; not a DIY option and requires a professional application; limited turfgrass types available; final result of the work may vary in quality; and lawn is unusable for a few weeks after seed has been applied.
Urban Lawns & Civil can sow your lawn using traditional broadcast and drill methods, for either an initial installation, or for the renovation of existing lawns. The process we use produces the perfect seed bed and aerates the surface at the same time.
Traditional Sowing Advantages
Least expensive option; wide selection of turfgrass types available; minimal labour and time required; growth in difficult areas can be easier to establish; healthy root system develops during germination; and seed mixes are formulated for special requirements such as sun, shade, or both.
Traditional Sowing Disadvantages
Timing can be tricky; rate of germination is slower; more water is needed to establish broadcast seed than hydroseed; seed can be blown away by wind, eaten by birds, and washed away by erosion; final result of the work may vary in quality; and lawn is unusable for a few weeks after seed has been spread.
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