Why Terraseeding Is the Smart Choice for Colorado Landscapes By Nick Holladay, Owner – Express Mulching & Soil

By Nick Holladay, Owner – Express Mulching & Soil

When envisioning a lush lawn or restoring a landscape, attention often centers on surface elements like sod, seed, water, and fertilizers. However, the foundation of a thriving landscape lies beneath the surface, particularly in Colorado, where soil conditions present unique challenges.

The Challenge with Colorado Soil

Colorado’s soil typically contains less than 1% organic matter, lacking the essential biology and structure to:

Support robust root systems
Retain adequate moisture
Deliver nutrients effectively over time

Without healthy, living soil, traditional methods like sod installation and hydroseeding may underperform, leading to suboptimal landscaping outcomes.

Introducing Terraseeding

Terraseeding combines high-quality grass seed with compost rich in organic matter and beneficial microbes. This blend is directly injected into the soil using specialized equipment, effectively rejuvenating the soil’s biology. The benefits of terraseeding include:

Soil Inoculation: Introduces beneficial microbes to the soil
Enhanced Soil Structure: Improves porosity and overall soil health
Organic Enrichment: Adds material that supports long-term plant growth
Deeper Root Systems:Promotes better water retention and root development

Comparing Terraseeding to Sod and Hydroseeding

Sod: While effective over healthy soil, sod may struggle in depleted soils, requiring increased water and maintenance.

Hydroseeding: Offers a quick start but often depends on chemical fertilizers, which, once depleted, leave the soil lacking nutrients.

In contrast, terraseeding prioritizes soil restoration, creating an environment where grass can naturally thrive over time.

At Express Mulching & Soil, our goal is to build enduring landscapes. Terraseeding aligns with this philosophy by addressing soil health from the outset. Whether for commercial projects, residential lawns, or large-scale restorations, we focus on creating optimal conditions starting with the soil.

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