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Pros Of Using Hydroseeding As A Farming Method

By Douglas Edwards


The word hydroseeding may be new especially to those who are unfamiliar with agricultural terms. This is the process of planting that uses a mixture of mulch and seeds to produce nutrients. It is mainly used in growing lawn grass which is a process that requires a lot of time. It is very environmentally friendly and can be used as a part of the plan for sustainable agriculture.

The use of mulch and seed is done mainly for lawn grass. Grass on the football field and on the lawn is usually ever green thus sufficient nutrients to the concerned plant . This is because some color enhancers are included. Malachite has been used in the past but was banned in Minnesota due to complaints of it affecting the water supply and the marine life around the place.

This process promotes the use of native grass. At times, people do want a lawn, but they are not for the idea of getting rid of some of the trees. As a professional landscaper, you may recommend some of the grass types that can grow in an area with shade. Planting grass that is native to the area means minimal use of pesticides, unlike new ones that may take time to adjust.

It can improve the soil quality of an area. First off, the professional may use inorganic or organic soil conditioners that not only help improve the health of the already pleasant plants but also the drainage and aeration of the soil. Application from a sprayer is a lot quicker and cost-effective. This is because spraying actually takes half of the time you would have spent on other methods.

It is a method of controlling soil erosion. We all know that when the soil is left exposed, the wind is bound to pick up on it and blow it away. The mulch, however, covers the soil and it can hardly be blown away as long as the mulch has some water. The mulch also improves the water retention of the soil. This means there are a lot more nutrients in the soil.

The grass seeds are able to grow in an easier way. As before mentioned, there is moisture retention so at no point will the plant dry up because of lack of water. There is no seed dormancy as the seed gets all the requirements it needs to grow. The plant needs a certain degree of temperature in order grow as needed. The temperature is kept in check by the mulch.

There is the element of water conservation. The mulch is always moist and has high water retention. This means that it provides the required amount in the root system. The root system also has an adaptation that helps the whole plant survive. It elongates and is able to access water underground. This makes it a lot more tolerant in the dry seasons.

The chances of weeds growing are slim to none. This is because no weed seeds are mixed into the mixture. The mulch also kills off the weeds whenever they try to grow. Some weeds, if not taken care of, can over power the plant and take in all of the resources. This will render them strong, and they will spread.




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