Hydroseeding in Ruskin, FL

Hydroseeding in Ruskin often happens on land that grew tomatoes not long ago. During the housing boom of the 2000s, many of Ruskin's tomato and orange plantations were converted into residential developments, and the population grew 66 percent between 2010 and 2020, from about 17,200 to 28,600. Former farm fields are flat and open, which is good for seeding, but they come with their own soil quirks.

Muck over marl

Ruskin's farm soil was known as especially suited to tomatoes. Parts of the area have muck over marl, a layer that kept fertilizer from washing too deep. For a lawn that can mean a rich, dark surface that holds moisture well, but also spots that stay soft and wet. We grade to move water off the lawn and avoid spraying over soggy muck, where the slurry will not bond.

Very low ground

Ruskin's elevation is about 3 feet above sea level. Average rainfall is roughly 53.6 inches a year, mostly from June through September. With so little fall in the land, swales and retention ponds do much of the drainage work, and they need grass on their banks to stay in shape.

The Little Manatee

Ruskin was founded on the Little Manatee River, which runs along its south side. The state has named the river an Outstanding Florida Water, and parts of it flow through Little Manatee River State Park and the Cockroach Bay Aquatic Preserve. Construction near the river or its creeks calls for silt fence on the low side and quick cover on bare ground.

Builder and homeowner work

New subdivisions need pond banks, common areas and lot backs covered. Existing homes call for lawn repair, overseeding and new lawn installation after a pool or addition. We handle both, and grading crews can do the yard grading and topsoil work first.

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