Hydroseeding
A premium seed, mulch and fertiliser blend, sprayed onto prepared soil.
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Melbourne & Mornington Peninsula
Hydroseeding in Melbourne
Hydroseeding in Melbourne gives you a thick, even lawn grown from seed and sprayed on in a single visit, for a fraction of the cost of turf.
- Free site check and a fixed-price quote
- Germination guarantee on every lawn
- Green in 7–10 days, ready to mow in about 6 weeks
Green in 7–10 days.
A mowable lawn in about 6 weeks.
A mowable lawn in about 6 weeks.
New to hydroseeding?
Watch the 60s explainer
We don't lay lawns. We grow them – from seed, sprayed on, for a fraction of the cost of turf.
Hydroseeding mixes premium grass seed, mulch, fertiliser and water in one tank, then sprays it evenly over your prepared soil. The mulch keeps the seed moist and protected while it sprouts, so you get a thick lawn with roots that grow straight into your own ground.
Deeper roots, no seams
Grass grows in your soil from day one – no rolls, no joins, no lifting edges.
A blend chosen for your yard
Full sun, shade or kids and dogs – we match the seed to how you'll use it.
The honest comparison
Read the full comparisonHydroseeding vs instant turf: what's the real difference?
Slide to your lawn size and see what you'd pay for each – then see where turf still wins.
m²
A typical Melbourne backyard is 80–150m².
Instant turf$0
≈ $50/m² supply & lay
Hydroseeding$0
≈ $5/m² including seed blend
Your estimated saving$0
About 90% less than instant turf
Indicative only – your fixed quote depends on access and prep.
Get my exact priceHydroseeding
Best value- CostAbout 90% less than turf
- RootsGrow deep into your own soil
- FinishSeamless – no joins
- Slopes & big areasSprays evenly anywhere
- Grass choiceBlend matched to your yard
Instant turf
Fastest finish- Cost≈ $50/m² supply & lay
- Instant resultGreen on day one
- Ready to useSooner – around 2–3 weeks
- FinishSeams until the rolls knit
- SlopesLabour-heavy, rolls can slip
How it works
See the full processFrom bare soil to lush lawn in 6 weeks
Every step shown, nothing hidden. Here's exactly what happens after you say yes.
01
Free quote & site check
We measure, check your soil and access, and give you a fixed price.
02Soil preparation
We clear, level and rake so every seed sits in good contact with soil.
03
The spray
Seed, mulch and fertiliser go down in one even green layer.
04Germination
Fine shoots push through the mulch within 7–10 days.
05First mow
Thick, even cover at around 6 weeks. We guide your first mow.
Watch a lawn grow in
How a typical Melbourne hydroseeded lawn develops, week by week
Day 0Freshly prepared soil, ready to spray
Day 7The first shoots break through
Day 14A soft green haze across the soil
Day 28Cover thickens and the soil disappears
Day 42A full, even lawn ready for its first mowReal results
View all projectsFrom bare dirt to a lawn you'll love
Drag the handle to compare a tired yard with a thick, hydroseeded lawn.
What we do
Services for every kind of yard
Site Preparation
Clearing, levelling, topsoil and weed control, so your lawn takes.
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Commercial & Erosion Control
Batters, subdivisions and council land, revegetated fast.
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Testimonials
Melbourne homeowners love the results
"We were quoted over $6,000 for turf on our new build. Hydroseeding came in at a fraction of that, and six weeks later the backyard is thick and green. Couldn't be happier."
Sample reviewDaniel K.Clyde North · New build
"They explained every step before they started and sent a watering plan the same day. Green in about a week, and the lawn at six weeks looks better than our neighbour's turf."
Sample reviewSarah P.Tarneit · Backyard
Example lawn · TarneitBackyard · 110m² · first mow at 6 weeks
"On time, tidy, and easy to deal with from quote to spray day. The front yard went from dirt to a proper lawn and the price was exactly what we were quoted."
Sample reviewMichael R.Berwick · Front yard
"Our block has a steep slope that turf installers didn't want to touch. The spray covered it evenly and it's held up perfectly through the rain."
Sample reviewAisha L.Mickleham · Sloped block
"We use them for handover lawns on our builds. Fast turnaround, consistent results, and a fraction of what we used to spend on turf."
Sample reviewTom B.Officer · Builder
FAQ
Questions, answered honestly
Everything homeowners ask us before they switch from turf. Can't see yours?
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How much does hydroseeding cost in Melbourne?
Most residential lawns fall between $5 and $8 per square metre, depending on the size of the area, access and how much prep the soil needs. We give you a fixed, itemised price before any work starts.
How long until I can walk on it?
You'll see green in about 7–10 days. Light foot traffic is fine after roughly 4 weeks, and most lawns are ready for their first mow at around 6 weeks.
Is hydroseeding as good as turf?
Once it's established, yes – and often better. Because the grass grows from seed in your own soil, the roots go deeper and there are no seams. The trade-off is time: turf looks finished on day one.
What time of year is best?
Spring and autumn are ideal in Melbourne, when soil is warm and rain is reliable. We can spray year-round with the right blend and a watering plan.
How much watering does it need?
Light, frequent watering for the first few weeks – usually a few short sessions a day. You'll get a written watering plan on spray day.
What prep does my yard need?
Bare, level soil that's free of weeds and rubble. If your yard isn't there yet, we can take care of the prep for you.
Will it wash away in rain?
The mulch and a natural tackifier bind the seed to the soil, so normal rain helps rather than hurts. In a severe storm we'll check in and re-spray any washed patches.
Do you guarantee results?
Yes. Our germination guarantee: if any area hasn't germinated within 21 days of spraying (with the watering plan followed), we re-spray it free of charge.
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