Terraseeding – Seacoast of NH, Northern MA and Southern ME
Residential & Commercial Hydroseeding
We have been hydroseeding lawns around the Seacoast of NH, Northern MA and Southern ME since 2001. Hydroseeding has been growing in popularity over the years and for good reason. The ability to custom mix the hydroseed in order to match specific lawn or soil conditions leads to amazing results. We provide residential and commercial hydroseeding for a variety of projects; baseball fields, soccer fields, along highways providing erosion control, and just about anywhere else grass is needed.
Residential & Commercial Hydroseeding
We have been hydroseeding lawns around the Seacoast of NH, Northern MA and Southern ME since 2001. Hydroseeding has been growing in popularity over the years and for good reason. The ability to custom mix the hydroseed in order to match specific lawn or soil conditions leads to amazing results. We provide residential and commercial hydroseeding for a variety of projects; baseball fields, soccer fields, along highways providing erosion control, and just about anywhere else grass is needed.
Benefits of Hydroseeding
Cost Effective
Hydroseeding on average costs 50-80% less than sod. Hydroseeding also takes less than half the time of hand seeding, again saving the client money.
Versatility
A hydroseed mixture can be customized to provide the best type of grass for each situation. This slurry factors in climate, soil conditions, traffic areas and seed type.
Aesthetics
Hydroseeding provides a thick uniform lawn, while sod tends to show seams and hand seeding can allow for sparse patchy areas. Hydroseed slurry is dyed green to show the coverage area during installation resulting in a full, lush lawn.
Speed
Hydroseeding is quicker to install than sod or hand seeding and is also ready for mowing in 3-4 weeks if properly installed and watered.
Erosion Control
The hydroseeding slurry includes tackifiers that help the mixture stick to the ground. This helps the roots quickly grow into the soil, while also keeping seeds from being blown or washed away.
Health & Quality
Seed is mixed into a slurry, creating an ideal microenvironment for germinating seeds. This custom mixture also allows the grass to better match the soil, avoid erosion, produce deep roots and prevent disease.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I water hydroseed?
Once the hydroseed is installed, it is best to wait for the application to dry. This allows for the tack to setup and hold the slurry to the soil. After that there’s no wrong time to water.
If temperatures are above 70 degrees, watering at least 2 times a day will suffice. If the temperature is above 70 degrees, we advise watering the lawn at least 3 times a day.
If you are fortunate to have an irrigation system, and we highly encourage installing one, we suggest setting cycles as possible (4–6 times a day) until germination.
Please avoid watering if heavy rain is in the forecast.
How fast does hydroseed grow?
You will begin to see grass in as little as 2 weeks with proper watering. You will be able to start mowing somewhere around the 6 week mark or once the lawn reaches a height of 4 inches.
Is a sprinkler system required to hydroseed?
It is not required, however regular and consistent watering will be necessary to ensure a healthy lawn.
What’s the best time to hydroseed?
Spring and Fall are the best times to hydroseed because the weather is not as hot and dry, allowing for the ground to hold moisture better.
Is there prep work I need to do before hydroseeding?
The soil should be loose so that the hydroseed can penetrate into the seed bed.
Will there be weeds in my lawn?
There are no weed seeds in the hydroseed slurry. Any weeds that show after hydroseeding are from seeds already present in the loam when the area was prepared. Any open soil can naturally develop weeds. With proper watering and maintenance, the grass will grow stronger and eventually outcompete the weeds, resulting in a healthier lawn.
Can hydroseed be used on slopes?
Hillsides or slopes always have a tackifier mixed into the slurry, which acts like a glue to hold soil, seed, and fertilizer together.
Can I walk on a hydroseeded lawn?
You can walk on the lawn once it has dried to a point where your footwear will not stick to the soil.