dimanche 11 mars 2018

Merits Of Using Hydroseeding During Farming

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.

This process involves eco-friendly colorants. In the past, a dye known as malachite green was used most commonly compared to other brands. It was later banned due to the worry that it would affect the water flow in the city of Minnesota and their marine life too. The addition of this eco-friendly colorants has managed to deal with the issue of over-spraying while at the same time enhancing the ability to identify bare spots.

At times, a client wants to have a lawn but at the same time is hesitant in removing trees from the area. A professional landscaper should be able to know the kinds of grass that have no problem with growing in the presence of shade. You should encourage grass that is native to the land. This way, it will have an easier time growing.

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.

It controls the growth of weed. Many of the hydroseed mixtures do prevent weeds from growing and overtaking the native grass. These mixtures are usually free of weed seeds. Weeds mess with biodiversity especially when they overpower the native grass and overtake the area.




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