Caring For Your Lawn
Preparation
Preparation is the key to having successful growth of your newly hydroseeded landscape. Soil that has been leveled, with weeds and debris removed is what we are looking for. We have many local Landscape contractors that we can recommend for your prep work prior to hydroseeding.
Care of your newly hydroseeded yard
Temperature and Water are key to successfull growth.
The ideal temperature for continual growth is 50 degrees and above. When the temperature drops below 50 degrees growth slows down. Also, ensuring that your hydroseed stays evenly moist is key to growth.
The watering schedule after we hydroseed will depend on the weather. The goal is to keep the hydroseed moist throughout the day being careful not to over water causing puddling. Puddling can cause seed damage.
The Hydroseed that we spray on consists of mulch, seed, water and a tackifier to hold it all together. We also distribute 16-16-16 fertilizer over the whole area prior to spraying. This is enough to get the grass seed established. After 30 days another application of 16-16-16 can be applied again to enhance the color and further the growth. Do not apply fertilizer with weed killer until fully established and mowed at least three times.
- Soil condition: Sandy soil drains quickly, causing the soil to dry out faster. If your soil content is high in clay, you will need to make sure you do not over water. Clay soil does not drain as well and may create puddles.
- Homes with irrigation systems can set their system to water 4 times per day at about 10 – 15 minutes per cycle during the summer months of high temperatures. Adjust the time according to the type of sprinkler heads you have installed. All systems put out different amounts of water, avoid puddling.
- Established Growth. Once your lawn has filled in and is at a height of about four inches, you will be able to mow for the first time. Once you have cut your lawn, the grass will begin to fill in as one blade of grass becomes two or more.
(Above) Growth in the 1st week (above 50 degrees)
Established lawn after being mowed a couple times.
Our Guarantee
Pacific Peaks Hydroseeding Inc guarantees to use the highest quality materials in the hydroseeding process. Our products meet or exceed industry standards and are applied by trained professionals. The blend of seed used is tested and prepared for Pacific Northwest applications, as well as the fertilizer, mulch and erosion control products.
Pacific Peaks Hydroseeding Inc can provide you with qualified landscaping companies to help prepare your area for our services. Please contact us if you need some recommendations. Properly prepared soil will directly affect the hydroseeded lawn for years to come. The area should be free of existing vegetation, rocks or any debris that will prevent the hydroseed from germinating on the prepared surface. Pacific Peaks Hydroseeding Inc will not guarantee hydroseed on unprepared or improperly prepared surfaces.
Pacific Peaks Hydroseeding does not assume any responsibility for damage, washout, or lack of growth by: inclement weather, acts of nature (including down pours, droughts, & fire,) foot traffic (by humans or animals,) vehicles of any type, pests, improper maintenance, improper watering or fertilization, weed competition or their eradication. Pacific Peaks Hydroseeding has provided this website to assist the owner in the care and maintenance of their investment.