Hydroseeding & Ice Control Inc.
SEED
We are associated with DLF Pickseed (the largest seed company in the world) whose Canadian headquarters is in Lindsay, Ontario. Our association enables us to offer our clients DLF Pickseed’s seed catalogue and their wide variety of turfgrasses that have been developed to perform in a wide range of climates and soils. Selecting the right seed variety will make a significant difference in performance and maintenance from home lawns to golf courses and everything in between.
There are multiple varieties of seed available and we have the ability to access almost every seed and/or seed mixture available, but stock only 55 pound bags of:
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CAMPUS GREEN: A balanced blend of turf species for great performance over a broad range of conditions. This mixture is ideal for home lawns and professional landscape use. Ideal for new seeding of lawns, industrial areas and roadsides. A general-purpose turf mixture that is adaptable and cost effective. Will not tolerate mowing less than 2.5cm.
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PERFECTION: Is ideal for home and commercial use for medium to high quality lawns. Producing a turf of medium to high density with an attractive, deep green colour. Should be seeded on sunny, open areas or partial shade (40% Reduced Sunlight Maximum). Will not tolerate mowing less than 5cm.
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ECO TURF: Provides a low maintenance, fast germinating, quick establishing lawn that is environmentally friendly. Ideal for use in dry sandy soil conditions, lawns without irrigation and areas where minimal maintenance and inputs are required. Once established, this lawn requires less mowing, fertilizer, and water. ECOTURF is comprised of varieties that contain high levels of endophyte which is linked to reduced leaf growth, natural insect and disease resistance, better wear tolerance, and increased winter persistence. Can be used in full sun or partial shade (60% Reduced Sunlight Maximum).
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ULTRA SHADE: Produces a dominant fescue turf consisting of fine, bristle-like leaves that can become very dense. Compounding the problem of good turf in shade are factors including dry soils, restricted air movement, periods of grass smothering while leaves are lying on grass. Mow at a higher cutting height for best results. Use in areas with restricted sunlight (50% - 70% Reduced Sunlight).
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SPORTS TURF (Non Irrigated): Is a proven mixture of varieties that have consistently performed on non-irrigated surfaces. Developed for athletic fields and high traffic areas that require deep roots, wear resistance and toughness. Augmented with Perennial Ryegrass for quick germination, winter hardiness, dark green colour, tolerance to summer stress and excellent mowability. Prefers full sun but will tolerate moderate shade.
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GREENFIELD: Is the ideal “CONSERVATION” mixture. It can be used to provide excellent ground cover for land in a holding pattern, wildlife cover, erodable slopes and around ponds and ditch banks. It can be left un-mowed or cut 2 to 3 times annually. Requires little to no fertilizer once established. Intersperse some patches of wildflowers for an enhanced appearance. The combination of durable and persistent grasses with clover produces this symbiotic, long-lived, attractive and economical ground cover. Will not tolerate mowing heights less than 5 cm.
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MTO (Roadside) Ontario Mix: This mixture was developed by the Ministry of Transportation for land reclamation along roadsides. The MTO mix is a blend of Creeping Red Fescue, Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial Ryegrass and White Clover. The White Clover and Perennial Ryegrass establishes quickly to provide cover while the slower Kentucky Bluegrass and Creeping Red Fescue fill in behind it. The resulting stand is excellent at preventing soil erosion and requires little to no maintenance.
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BUTTERFLY & HUMMING BIRD: Ideal for use in upland soils, designed to attract butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators. Mixture of hardy perennials and self seeding annuals provide lasting colour and high nectar producing. Establishment period 1-3 years and will grow to heights of 24" - 72". Does not tolerate wet soils, not to be used in areas with less than 6 hours of sunlight per day.
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WILD FLOWER: Ideal for use in reclamation, rehabilitation conservation, roadside groundcover and pollinator habitat projects. Mixture of continuous flowers, pollen and nectar throughout the growing season, hardy and self-seeding. Establishment period 1-3 years and will grow to heights of 24" - 72". Do not seed where broadleaf herbicides are used and should not be used in areas that receive less than 8 - 10 hours of sunlight per day.