When it comes to achieving the lush, green lawn of your dreams, the quality of the seeds you use is just as important as the care you put into maintaining your turf. At Grass Master, we pride ourselves on providing only the highest quality seeds to our customers, and that’s why we exclusively offer Blue Tag Certified seeds.

But what exactly does Blue Tag Certified mean, and why should it matter to you? Let's dive into the benefits and why choosing Blue Tag Certified seeds is the best decision you can make for your lawn.

What Are Blue Tag Certified Seeds?

Blue Tag Certified seeds are the gold standard in the seed industry. This certification, provided by the Washington State Department of Agriculture, ensures that the seeds meet rigorous standards for purity, quality, and performance. Every batch of Blue Tag Certified seeds has been tested and verified to be free from weeds, ensuring that only the best seeds make it to your lawn.

The Benefits of Blue Tag Certified Seeds

1. Superior Purity and Quality: Blue Tag Certified seeds go through a stringent quality control process. This means that when you purchase seeds from us, you can trust that they are of the highest purity, containing only the grass species you desire and no weed contaminants. This purity results in a healthier, more resilient lawn that’s easier to maintain.

2. Enhanced Germination Rates: One of the primary advantages of Blue Tag Certified seeds is their high germination rates. These seeds have been tested to ensure they meet the industry's highest standards, which means they are more likely to sprout and establish a robust lawn quickly. Faster germination leads to quicker coverage and a stronger turf.

3. Consistency You Can Rely On: With Blue Tag Certified seeds, you know exactly what you’re getting in every bag. The consistency of seed quality ensures that each application will yield the same excellent results. This reliability is crucial for creating a uniform, aesthetically pleasing lawn.

4. Disease Resistance: Blue Tag Certified seeds are often selected for their resistance to common lawn diseases. By choosing these seeds, you’re taking a proactive step in safeguarding your lawn against potential issues that could compromise its health and appearance.

5. Environmental Responsibility: We only buy seeds that are free from weeds, ensuring that your lawn grows without the need for excessive herbicide use. This approach not only protects your lawn but also supports a healthier environment. Additionally, the certification process supports sustainable farming practices that benefit everyone.

Why Application Rates Matter

Beyond the quality of the seed itself, how you apply the seed plays a critical role in the success of your lawn. With Blue Tag Certified seeds, you can trust that the recommended application rates are optimized for the best results. We provide detailed guidance on how much seed to use, ensuring that your lawn gets the coverage it needs without waste.

Choose Quality, Choose Grass Master

When you choose Grass Master, you’re choosing a partner committed to providing the best for your lawn. Our Blue Tag Certified seeds represent the pinnacle of seed quality, and we’re proud to offer them to our customers. Don’t settle for less—experience the difference that Blue Tag Certified seeds can make for your lawn today.

• Grass is a plant that grows from a tiny seed.
• It grows in dirt/soil/mulch
• Grass typically likes a lot of water and sunshine
• Lawns die from:
  • Not Enough Water (need to setup irrigation)
  • Too Much Water (need to setup drainage)
  • Too Much Shade
  • (some other things like nutrients and moss but that is much less likely.)

Like most plant seeds, they prefer to be wholly surrounded by wet/moist soil in order to grow.

What does that mean?

If you go toss some seeds on top of your dirt yard, no-matter how much you water, less than 5% will grow.

You would need to:

1. Spread seeds
2. Compact with a roller/weight
3. Add more soil or other moisture layer
4. Water thoroughly

Thats a lot of work!

What is different about hydroseeding?

Hydroseeding is a streamlined process:

• Large truck water tank holds a thick mixture of water, seed, and mulch
• Tank often has other ingredients including green dye and fertilizer.
• Truck uses an industrial power sprayer to spread the seed mixture
• Seed Mixture is designed to establish root/vegetation because it has been hydrated and is surrounded when it settles onto the ground

What is SOD?

Sod, also known as turf, is grass that has been pre-grown and cut into rolls, complete with a layer of soil and roots. It provides an instant lawn, and is often used for lawns, sports fields, and golf courses. Sod is ideal for preventing soil erosion and weed growth, and it can be installed at almost any time of the year, as long as the ground is not frozen.

What is Hydroseeding?

Hydroseeding is a method of planting grass that involves spraying a mixture of water, seeds, fertilizer, and mulch over a large area. It's often used for lawns, sports fields, and erosion control. Hydroseeding is a cost-effective method for establishing a new lawn, as it costs less than sod but more than traditional seeding methods. It also allows for a wider variety of grass options than sod.

Cost of SOD vs Hydroseeding

The cost of sod and hydroseeding can vary greatly depending on the size of the area, the type of grass, and the region. Sod is more expensive than hydroseeding due to the labor and resources required to grow, cut, and transport the sod. However, sod provides an instant lawn, while hydroseeding requires several weeks for the grass to grow.

Effectiveness of SOD vs Hydroseeding

Both sod and hydroseeding can be effective methods for establishing a new lawn. Sod provides an instant lawn and can be used in areas where seeding is not feasible, such as slopes. Hydroseeding, on the other hand, requires more time for the grass to grow, but it can cover large areas quickly and evenly. The success of both methods depends on proper preparation of the soil, adequate watering, and ongoing lawn care.

Pros and Cons of SOD vs Hydroseeding

Sod provides an instant lawn, prevents soil erosion and weed growth, and can be installed at almost any time of the year. However, it is more expensive than hydroseeding and offers less variety of grass options. Hydroseeding is less expensive than sod and offers a wider variety of grass options, but it requires more time for the grass to grow and the newly seeded lawn must be kept moist to ensure germination.

Conclusion

In conclusion, both sod and hydroseeding have their advantages and disadvantages, and the best choice depends on your specific circumstances and goals. If you want an instant lawn and have a higher budget, sod may be the best choice. If you have a large area to cover and want a wider variety of grass options, hydroseeding may be the best choice. Regardless of the method you choose, proper preparation of the soil, adequate watering, and ongoing lawn care are essential for a lush, green lawn.

↖ Existing lawn Overseeded ↘

What is overseeding?

Hydroseeding over an existing lawn is called overseeding: spraying new grass seed over grass you already have to thicken it up and fill in thin or bare areas. Every seed you spray is trying to grow into a real, living plant — just like a tomato or a sunflower — and it can only do that where the seed reaches soil. We can spray hydroseed on top of concrete, but it won't grow a lush lawn without that soil contact.

Overseeding can be less effective than seeding on bare soil, because the existing grass roots compete with the new seedlings for water and nutrients. Mowing low and exposing the soil is what tips the odds back in the new seed's favor.

Why do you have bare spots?

Grass grows in fresh soil, so bare spots are usually a soil problem, not a seed problem. If grass won't fill in somewhere, that spot is typically telling you it needs more, less, or more balanced nutrients, better drainage, or a different base material (soil, sand, or compost instead of compacted clay or rock).

Treat your lawn like any other crop: the better the soil, irrigation, and drainage, the better the results. Adding fresh topsoil before you overseed is almost always worth it — it gives new seed a clean, nutrient-rich bed to root into.

How to overseed an existing lawn

This is the lighter path — good when your lawn is mostly healthy but thin or patchy and you don't want to tear it all up:

1. Mow low: Cut the existing grass as short as possible so new seed can reach the soil.
2. Rake / dethatch: Loosen the surface and clear thatch so the soil can breathe and seed makes contact.
3. Add topsoil: Spread about ¼–½ inch of fresh topsoil or compost over thin and bare areas.
4. Hydroseed: Hire our crew to spray your new seed, fertilizer, and mulch in one pass.
5. Water lightly and often: Keep the surface damp while seeds germinate.
6. Taper off: As the lawn fills in, water deeper but less frequently.

Overseed or start over?

Not sure which path is right for your lawn? Use this as a quick guide:

When to start over instead

If the existing grass is in poor condition, the best process is to kill the existing grass and start fresh:

1. Till: Fully till up the current lawn.
2. Soil: Bring in 2–4 inches of new topsoil and till again.
3. Flatten: Roll the soil to prevent a lumpy surface.
4. Rake: Seeding works best after raking, since the soil can breathe better.
5. Hydroseed: Hire our crew to spray your new lawn.
6. Water: Keep the area wet — watering lightly and often.
7. Wait: As time goes on you can water less often with more water.

Best time to overseed in the Pacific Northwest

In the PNW, early fall is the best time to overseed: the soil is still warm enough for fast germination, the air is cooler, and fall rains help keep seed moist. Spring is the next-best window, once the soil warms up. Either way, consistent moisture and good drainage matter more than the exact date.

Want help picking the right approach for your yard? Learn what hydroseeding is, see how it compares in sod vs. hydroseeding, check current hydroseeding prices, or read whether hydroseeding is worth it.

FAQ

Will hydroseed kill my existing grass?

No. Overseeding adds new seed on top of your existing lawn to thicken it — it doesn't kill the healthy grass that's already there. If you want to fully replace a poor lawn, that's a separate kill-and-restart process.

How short should I mow before overseeding?

Mow as short as possible. The lower you cut the existing grass, the more easily new seed reaches the soil and makes the contact it needs to germinate.

Do I need to add topsoil to overseed?

It's not strictly required, but it helps a lot. A ¼–½ inch layer of fresh topsoil or compost gives new seed a clean, nutrient-rich bed and improves results, especially in bare or compacted spots.

How long until an overseeded lawn fills in?

With consistent watering, you'll usually see germination within 1–3 weeks and noticeable fill-in over the following month. Bare spots with poor soil take longer, which is why soil prep matters.

What's the difference between overseeding and reseeding?

Overseeding means spraying new seed over an existing lawn to thicken it. Reseeding (or starting over) means removing the old lawn and seeding bare, prepared soil. Choose based on how much healthy grass you still have.

Soon you will have a gorgeous lawn.

Hydroseeding is a planting process that uses a slurry of seed and mulch. But is it worth it? Let's find out.

What is Hydroseeding?

Hydroseeding is a method of planting grass that involves spraying a mixture of water, seeds, fertilizer, and mulch over a large area. It's often used for lawns, sports fields, and erosion control.

Cost of Hydroseeding

The cost of hydroseeding can vary depending on the size of the area and the type of seed used. However, it's generally more affordable than sod and less labor-intensive than hand seeding.

Effectiveness of Hydroseeding

Hydroseeding is highly effective at establishing new grass. The mulch in the hydroseed mixture helps to retain moisture for the seeds, promoting faster germination and growth.

Pros and Cons of Hydroseeding

Hydroseeding has many advantages, including cost-effectiveness, speed, and uniform coverage. However, it does require proper care and watering to ensure successful growth. It's also not ideal for certain types of grass that prefer direct seeding.

Conclusion

In conclusion, hydroseeding can be a worthwhile investment for establishing new grass quickly and effectively. However, like any planting method, it requires proper care and maintenance to ensure success.

Hydroseeding is a cost-effective and efficient way to establish a lush, green lawn. The cost of hydroseeding varies depending on the size of the area, the type of seed mix used, and the complexity of the terrain.

Our Pricing:

• Less than 3,000sqft: Prices start at our base-price
• Above 3,000sqft we charge Per Square Foot with price-breaks as you increase.
• On Average our Hydroseed Professional Installation is between $0.10 and $0.20 per square foot.*
  
• *additional charges if applicable:
  • water fees if hydrant access is not provided onsite
  • prevailing wage
  • hose length beyond 200 feet needed for access
  • multiple mobilizations to complete
  • onsite standby time

Most people in the PWN should use our Grass Master Lawn Mix.

For example if you only have 1000-sq ft we charge the base. If you have 1/2-acre we charge per SQ-FT.

Pricing Includes:

• Grass Master Lawn Seed Mix (or Erosion Control Mixture)
• Professional application
• LawnCare instruction

Beyond 10,000sqft? Projects exceeding this size are unique, and we aim to offer you the best value. Please call us for a custom quote tailored to your specific needs.

We have competitive pricing and commitment to quality that sets us apart.

Pricing Model Explained

Every CITY has very-specific water rights. Pricing will vary depending on where your job address is.

You might have a fire-hydrant near, but you likely are not allowed to use that! Cities require permits for bulk water, which we take care of.

Our trucks hold thousands of gallons of material so we go out each day to spray multiple jobs and be efficient and environmentally friendly.

Contractor Pricing

Special Rates for Our Contractor Partners We value the partnerships we build with contractors and are excited to offer specialized pricing options. If you're a contractor looking for reliable and efficient hydroseeding services: - Exclusive contractor rates - Priority scheduling - Dedicated support

FAQ Section

What factors influence the cost of a hydroseeding project?

The size of the area, terrain complexity, and specific seed mix requirements.

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Can I get an estimate for my project over the phone?

Yes! We can provide a preliminary estimate.

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Do you offer warranties on your hydroseeding services?

Absolutely! We stand behind our work with a satisfaction guarantee. Please ask for specifics when getting your quote!

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• We believe in transparency. Any potential additional costs or factors influencing your project's final price will be clearly communicated upfront.
• Our language is simple and jargon-free, making our content accessible to everyone, regardless of their familiarity with hydroseeding.
• Multiple contact options are available, making it easy for you to reach out in the way that suits you best.

Growing Grass requires Dirt, Sunlight, and Water.

Does NOT matter if you want Sod OR Hydroseeding, they both need healthy dirt/mulch to create a root system.

New Lawn Installation List:

1. Eliminate Existing Vegetation: Use herbicide to clear the area of all current plant life, preparing a clean slate for your new lawn.
2. Soil Preparation: Add 2 to 5 inches of quality topsoil to provide a nutrient-rich base.
3. Soil Leveling: Smooth the topsoil to an even grade, ensuring a flat surface for uniform grass growth.
4. Clear Debris: Rake the area to remove rocks and old sod pieces, ensuring the soil is clean and ready for seeding.
5. Seed Sowing
   Hydroseeding

   Hydroseeding is a mixture of mulch/seed/fertilizer that is pressure sprayed onto your area. Once we show-up and spray, your only job is to WATER!

   Hydroseeded grass creates a root system with your prepared soil!

   SOD Installation

   SOD is fully grown grass that creates a root-system with your prepared soil!

   Seeding by hand

   • Nutrient Addition: Apply fertilizer to enrich the soil with essential nutrients, creating an optimal growing environment.
   • Distribute grass seed evenly across the prepared soil.
   • Seed-to-Soil Contact: Use a roller to firmly press the seeds into the soil, enhancing their ability to germinate.
6. Watering Regimen for Pacific Northwest (King/Snohomish County)

   Initially, water the seeded area lightly but frequently to maintain soil moisture without causing runoff or soil erosion.

   Aim to keep the soil consistently moist, much like a well-wrung sponge, throughout the day. This might mean watering lightly 2 to 3 times daily, depending on the weather and soil conditions.

   As the grass seeds germinate and seedlings begin to grow, gradually reduce the frequency of watering but increase the depth. This encourages deeper root growth. Adjust the watering schedule based on rainfall, aiming to maintain the soil's sponge-like moisture level without overwatering.

   Eventually, transition to watering deeply once or twice a week, allowing the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings to promote healthy grass and root development.

7. Consistent Care: Maintain a routine of patient care, watering, and fertilizing, similar to tending any plant, to ensure healthy growth.

Colorful Wildflowers, Aeration, Thatching, Overseeding, Native Meadow Mixes, Pastures, Clover, Drought Tolerant Grasses, and much more

Grass Master has been an industry leader for over 32 years (since 1994). With innovative products, custom seed and specialized equipment, we provide quality lawns at affordable prices.

Grass Master is a family business that treats our employees like family. Most have been with us for +10 years.

We are the only company that offers a limited warranty on our product installed.

If you want to make your lawn healthier and easier to maintain, all while keeping your costs down& Then Grassmaster's hydroseeding is Perfect for you!