Hydroseeding in Marong

A growing township west of Bendigo

Marong is a township about 15 minutes west of Bendigo that's growing as new homes go in around it.

Blocks are often larger than in the city, and summers are hot and dry, so water use matters.

What we recommend for Marong yards

• A drought-hardy blend
• A heavier mulch rate to hold moisture
• Ripping and top-dressing compacted clay
• Spraying in early autumn, so rain does more of the watering

Growing a lawn on tank water

If your home relies on rainwater tanks, a new lawn needs planning. Spraying in early autumn means the soil is still warm for germination and the rain usually arrives just as the grass comes up, so you use far less from the tank. A drought-hardy blend and a heavier mulch layer help it get through dry spells once it's established.