Have you ever laid eyes on a beautiful field of grass and wondered, how did that happen? From our neighbors’ enviable yards to random fields around town, beautiful patches of grass are causes of wonder. In Alabama, one of the most effective ways to create such thick fields of green grass is through hydroseeding. Let’s take a deeper dive into what allows hydroseeding to create thick fields of beautiful grass throughout Alabama.
Hydroseeding: The Slurry
Before diving any deeper, we should explain what a hydroseeding slurry is. The process of hydroseeding involves preparing a designated area for grass growth by tilling the soil (if possible) and clearing all debris. Once the designated area has been prepared, a hydroseeding slurry is sprayed over it. This “slurry” is composed of several key ingredients that foster quick and effective grass growth.
These ingredients in the hydroseeding slurry include water, fertilizer, and native grass seeds. By preparing the area’s soil and applying the hydroseeding slurry over it, the seeds are able to set quickly and begin their growth process.
Deep Grass Roots
The key factor that allows hydroseeding to create such thick and luscious turf is the deep network of grass roots. These roots sprout from the native grass seeds applied from the hydroseeding slurry after it’s sprayed on the designated area. These deep roots are critical to the success and survival of the grass. They provide many benefits for their lawn of grass, including extended access to underground water & nutrients, and resilience in the face of changing weather conditions.
Alabama’s Temperate Climate
Another key factor that aids hydroseeding in creating thick fields of green grass in Alabama is the temperate climate of the state. The humid, subtropical climate of Alabama means consistently warm summers, steady levels of precipitation, and a healthy dosage of sunlight year round. This fosters the growth of grass throughout the state. Especially in the Spring through the Fall, grass is able to grow at a rapid rate in Alabama.
Warm season grasses prevalent throughout Alabama & the Southeast, including Zoysia, Bermuda, and St. Augustine grasses, often grow into especially thick fields here. These grasses will typically develop a widespread root system quickly when hydroseeded properly. All grass growth takes time, but Alabama’s conditions aid in accelerating the process.
Alabama Hydroseeding with Burns Environmental
If you are looking to grow thick fields of grass in Alabama, hydroseeding could be your best option. Whether for commercial or residential projects, Burns Environmental provides hydroseeding services that are sure to have deeply rooted fields of grass sprouting up in no time. With many benefits including erosion control, aesthetics, and recreational appeal, hydroseeding can be a powerful tool for you in Alabama.
Get in touch with us today to get started with your Alabama hydroseeding project. Give us a call, or contact us here for more information about our environmental services!