GeoGrow provides a nationwide hydroseeding service that supports its core retaining wall product Rootlok, a vegetated retaining wall system.

The hydroseeding process delivers fast and cost-effective vegetation for various types of applications like public open spaces, steep slopes, erosion protection and waterways. It is an ideal technique for difficult-to-reach areas where traditional sowing methods are impractical, such as road embankments, rail, environmental and large projects.

Retaining walls and vertical sowing

Hydroseeding is the ideal seeding option following the installation of a retaining wall as it quickly establishes vegetation

Erosion control

A tailored hydroseed package can be the perfect solution to erosion control when it comes to preventing the movement of soil caused by rainfall, snow, ice, irrigation systems and other natural elements. It also provides stability for particles and nutrients that will prolong and enhance the quality of the soil.

Large open areas

Geogrow's state-of-the-art hydroseeding machinery will cover large areas of land. Machinery has a reach of 140m at any one time with a spray jet distance of up to 15m.

Wildflower mixture options

Wildflowers are essential for improving and encouraging biodiversity, providing essential habitats for pollinators such as insects, birds and other wildlife. Wildflower also has the aesthetic benefit of painting the quintessential colourful picture.

Hydroseeding process

Hydroseeding is a method of combining water, high-performance, thermally-refined wood fibre, seeds, fertilisers and tackifiers. The materials are mixed in a hydroseeding machine to form a slurry, which is then sprayed onto surfaces to quickly establish vegetation. This process is sometimes referred to as hydro-mulching.

The delivered mulch provides the ideal environment to achieve faster germination and a more even establishment of vegetation, providing greater seed contact with soils, geotextile bags and substrates (using erosion control products such as erosion control blankets, coir netting and high-performance turf reinforcement mats).

All hydroseeding materials are 100% organic, biodegradable and non-toxic, making it suitable for all land and water course applications. Various grass seed mixes, including flowering shrubs and small tree species, can be used to the client's specification using the hydroseeding method. Seed mixes including low-maintenance, shade- and drought-tolerant, riverbank mix, wildflower and amenity mixes are all suitable for hydroseeding large, open spaces and erosion control areas.

Features and benefits

  • Faster germination

  • Even and more controlled seed distribution

  • Protection for seeds in challenging conditions

  • Improved seed to soil binding

  • Soil stabilisation

  • Offers erosion control at a fraction of the cost compared to traditional erosion control methods

  • Uniform vegetation establishment

  • Minimal to no aftercare required

  • 100% organic, biodegradable and toxin-free (slurry materials only)

  • Quicker application than conventional seeding

  • Easily seeds large, steep and difficult access areas

  • Minimises risks involved when using conventional seeding methods on difficult sites and uneven ground