Erosion Control Grass Seed

Environmental elements like wind and water wear away at the land and can cause erosion. On construction sites, it’s best to minimize erosion or else it could ruin the progress of the project. That’s why Varsity uses erosion control grass seed. Some of the main issues we see with lack of erosion control are:

• Reduced soil quality – Topsoil has organic matter, plant nutrients, and the best biological activity—three of the main aspects of healthy soil. Therefore, it eliminates the soil’s natural capacity to generate nutrients, regulate water flow, and ward off insects and disease.
• Water pollution – Construction sites have chemically treated soil that’s great for the property development grounds but wreaks havoc when it trickles down to surrounding public waterways and damages the water’s ecosystems. If this toxic runoff gets into ponds or a local water supply or pets or wildlife drink it, it can cause dangerous side effects.
• Project delay – When the site is muddy and disorderly, it costs you time and money to go back and do damage control. The hours you already put into the project are safe and secure with proper use of erosion control grass seed and supplements. Making sure you plant those seeds and supplements from the start will keep the soil healthy and in place so that it doesn’t ruin your progress.
• Fees – If you don’t comply with local or state regulations regarding erosion control, you jeopardize your reputation. Your construction company could be charged for making the city susceptible to the dangers of lack of erosion control.

Fast-growing grass for erosion control or a temporary grass cover alleviates your stress on the construction job site. Proper erosion control eliminates your worries of pollution and low-quality soil.

There are several ways to implement erosion control, which preserves and protects the construction site. Varsity, Inc. has over 40 years of experience planting and installing erosion control grass seed. Whether you need grass for slope stabilization or you’d like natural grass to establish quickly after the job is complete, we’re glad to help.

You may be wondering why grass is used for erosion control. It’s pretty simple—the grass has fibrous roots that spread fast and deep, holding firm to the soil. The key to erosion control is to keep the soil in place so that it’s not easily moved by wind or water. Not only does grass do the trick, but it’s also one of the most eco-friendly options on the market. We live in the era of sustainability. However, when it’s time for construction to begin, the natural vegetation is disturbed, which is hard on the earth. Growing grass through seed and supplement immediately starts the restoration process.