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Hydroseeding & erosion control specialists across Wellington, Kapiti, Wairarapa & Manawatu

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Hydromulch slurry sprayed in a wide arc across a prepared field from a Seed on Earth truck

The Kapiti Coast's original hydroseeding company

Hydroseeding & erosion control across the Wellington region

New home lawns, stabilised banks and green subdivisions, sprayed on in a single pass. Quicker to establish than dry seed, a fraction of the cost of roll-out turf, and grown for Wellington's wind, clay and sand.

What we do

Green, stable ground for every kind of site

From a single front lawn to a hillside subdivision, we prepare the ground, choose the right grass and apply it with specialist hydroseeding equipment.

Neat new front lawn established by hydroseeding beside the driveway of a new home

New lawns

Hard-wearing, even lawns for new builds and tired sections, without the cost or seams of roll-out turf.

New lawns →
Roped-access operator hydroseeding a steep rock face

Erosion control & slopes

Stabilising banks, batters, cliffs and slips with bonded hydromulch, even where no one can stand.

Erosion control →
Freshly hydromulched slopes behind a new housing development

Subdivisions & developments

Fast grass cover for berms, reserves and earthworks, so sites meet consent conditions and sell sooner.

Subdivisions →
Lush green reserve lawn under a canopy of trees

Parks & reserves

Durable, low-maintenance green spaces and grassed waterways for councils, schools and communities.

Parks & reserves →
Operator applying hydroseed slurry by hose to a prepared area

Hydroseeding

Seed, fertiliser, mulch and tackifier mixed with water and sprayed on in one even application.

Hydroseeding →
Excavator in front of a freshly hydromulched cut batter

Hydromulching

A heavier wood-fibre mulch that locks seed to the soil for the most reliable results on demanding sites.

Hydromulching →
Hydroseeding a steep slope high above Wellington city

Why hydroseed

Why spray-on grass beats dry seed and roll-out turf

The seed goes down already wet, fed and protected, sealed under a layer of mulch that works like a mini greenhouse.

  • Germinates in 5 to 7 days in good conditions, and is usually ready to mow in 3 to 4 weeks
  • Can cost less than a quarter of roll-out turf, depending on the size of the area
  • Mulch and tackifier hold seed, moisture and fertiliser in place against wind and rain
  • Reaches steep banks and awkward sites a truck or mower could never get onto
  • Grass blends chosen for your soil and exposure, sown 12 months of the year

How it works

From bare dirt to green grass in four steps

  1. 01

    Plan

    We visit the site, assess soil, slope and exposure, and give you a clear quote with the right method and grass blend.

  2. 02

    Prepare

    Good preparation is everything. We shape, clear and cultivate the ground properly and never cut corners.

  3. 03

    Apply

    Our hydraulic seeders spray seed, fertiliser and wood-fibre mulch in one even pass, on time and on budget.

  4. 04

    Establish

    You get simple watering and mowing instructions, plus aftercare and maintenance if you want us to look after it.

Difficult sites

Steep, remote or unstable? That's where we come in

We specialise in the revegetation sites other contractors walk away from, using a polymer soil-bonding medium to hold the surface while the grass takes root.

Hoses up to 150 metres

We run hose through bush and down tracks to reach banks that no vehicle can get near.

Cannon reach up to 50 metres

The cannon on our MAN 4x4 truck shoots across gullies and difficult ground straight from the road.

Snorkel lift & abseil

For cliffs, cuttings and retaining structures we work from an elevated platform or on ropes.

Even green hydroseeded lawn in front of a newly built house

Who we work for

Homeowners to councils, one lawn to whole hillsides

We work with homeowners, developers, contractors, local and national government and landscape architects on residential, civil, commercial and industrial projects.

  • Homeowners
  • Lifestyle blocks
  • Developers & builders
  • Civil contractors
  • Councils
  • Landscape architects
  • Schools & sports fields
  • Retirement villages
  • Golf courses

We cover Wellington City, the Kapiti Coast, Porirua, the Hutt Valley, the Wairarapa and Manawatu.

Recent work

Grass we've grown around the region

Strip of new grass establishing on a steep hillside cut after hydroseedingRoadside bank covered in new grass after hydroseedingHydroseeding a steep bank from an elevated work platformNew grass on the bank beside a modern homeHydromulch applied to a large exposed face on a bush-covered hillside

Questions

Hydroseeding FAQs

What is hydroseeding?

Hydroseeding mixes grass seed, fertiliser, a tackifier and wood or paper fibre mulch with water in a tank, then sprays the slurry evenly onto prepared ground. The mulch keeps the seed moist and in place while it germinates. Read more on our hydroseeding page.

How long before I can mow my new lawn?

Grass usually starts to show in 5 to 7 days, depending on soil temperature and moisture, and most lawns are ready for a first mow in 3 to 4 weeks. Our new lawn care guide covers watering and mowing.

Is hydroseeding cheaper than roll-out turf?

Usually, yes. Depending on the size of the area, hydroseeding can cost less than a quarter of laying roll-out turf, and there are no seams or rolls that fail to take.

Can you hydroseed all year round?

Yes. We choose site-specific grass blends so we can sow 12 months of the year, adjusting the mix to the season and the site.

Which areas do you cover?

We're based in Waikanae and work across the Wellington region, including Wellington City, the Kapiti Coast, Porirua and the Hutt Valley, plus the Wairarapa and Manawatu.

Free, no-obligation quotes

Tell us about your site and we'll come and take a look

Every job starts with a site visit. We check the soil, the slope and the exposure, then recommend the grass blend and method that will actually last.