Approved Plan - Landscape Specification prepared by URBIS - OPW24/0110

PLANTING                                                               PINNING
                                                                       •    Minimum pinning frequency is shown in the figures
Grassroots & Biomac                                                         below.
Spread seed and fertiliser consistently over the                       •    Additional pinning may be required in undulating
topsoil prior to installation. Applying seed via a                          soil with low spots to ensure intimate contact
hydro-seeding machine is recommended for larger                             between mat and soil.
areas.                                                                 •    On steeper batters, flooding areas or areas prone
                                                                            to high wind and unstable subsoils, a higher
The material is designed to allow seeds to germinate                        pinning rate should be used.
successfully and grow through the matting providing
                                                                       •    Pinning is extremely important to the long-term
permanent vegetative reinforcement.
                                                                            stability of the matting. Insufficient pinning may
                                                                            result in the material lifting in the wind or under
Jute                                                                        water flow.

•    Planting into the mat requires a small slit to be cut             •    Pin type and size will depend on site conditions,
     (150 mm long) using a sharp blade or scissors. Do                      soil depth, compaction, wind and water flow. For
     not cut a circular hole for your seedlings, as this                    suggested pins sizes, please refer to the designer.
     may facilitate weed growth.                                            Contact Geofabrics for options available in your
                                                                            area.
•    Remove enough soil from under the material to
     plant the seedling. Ensure that excess soil does
     not come into contact with the top surface of the
     matting to reduce the spread of weed seed.



                         Slopes ≤ 1:2                                       Slopes > 1:2



                                            1m                                            1m



                                             1m                                           1m




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brochure does not take account of specific conditions that may be present at your site. Site conditions may alter the performance and
longevity of the product and in extreme cases may make the product wholly unsuitable. Actual dimensions and performance may vary.
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then advise whether the product will meet the required tolerances. Where provided, installation instructions cover installation of product
in site conditions that are conducive to its use and optimum performance. If you have any doubts as to the installation instructions or
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