Description
Control runoff, protect fresh seed, and lay fast mulch with this straw bale. Tackle erosion, stabilize bare soil, and keep muddy paths in check on jobsites or around the yard. Move it easily, spread it quickly, and clean up with minimal fuss.
Key Features
- Erosion control: Slow surface water and hold soil in place on slopes and swales.
- Seeding cover: Shield new lawns and hydroseed from washout and moisture loss.
- Quick mulch: Reduce weeds, moderate soil temperature, and cut evaporation.
- Biodegradable fiber: Break down naturally to add organic matter over time.
- Easy handling: Compact, twine-tied bale loads fast and spreads by hand or fork.
- Versatile use: Form temporary barriers and insulate concrete during cold cures.
Applications
Deploy along slopes, around new turf, garden beds, stockpiles, and site access points. Build short-term perimeter controls near drains where allowed by local codes. Mulch paths or beds, then rake in or compost after the project wraps.
Specifications
- Material: Dried straw fiber (wheat/rye/oat; varies by harvest)
- Approx. dimensions: 36 in L x 18 in W x 14 in H (varies)
- Approx. weight: 35–50 lb per bale (varies)
- Color: Natural golden
- Binding: Twine-tied (natural or poly, based on supply)
- Coverage: Up to ~1,000 sq ft as light seeding cover; adjust by thickness
Store bales dry and off the ground to prevent moisture wicking. Cut and remove all twine before spreading. Follow local erosion-control requirements and avoid placement that blocks drainage paths.