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oRONo coP� Seeding Broadcast Seeding - Broadcast seeding is performed either with mechanical "cyclone" seeders, by hand seeding or by any other method that scatters seed over the soil surface. The most desirable aspect of broadcast seeding is that there is no row effect such as that which results from drill seeding. This lends a more natural appearance to the planting. However, broadcast seeding may not desirable if the weather is hot and dry and/or the soil moisture is content is low. It is essential that steps be taken to ensure good seed to soil contact when broadcast seeding is used. A) Site Preparation - The site should be prepared by loosening topsoil to a minimum depth of 3 inches. It is critical that the seed bed be loosened to a point that there are spaces for seed to filter into cracks etc., otherwise it may end up on the surface and wash away with the first heavy rain. B) Seed Installation - Seed should be installed by broadcasting it evenly over the entire site. Several types and sizes of broadcast seeders are available for use, ranging from fertilizer-type spreaders to power spreaders mounted on all terrain vehicles. Seed should be mixed thoroughly prior to seeding and should be mixed occasionally in the spreader to prevent separation and settling. C) Seeding Rates - Rates are specified in the mixture tabulation for the specified mix. D) Harrowing -The site should be harrowed or raked following seeding. E) Packing -The site should be packed using a culti-packer or equivalent following harrowing. F) Mulch - The site should be mulched and disc-anchored following packing using one of the following types of mulch (as per plans or special provisions): • MCIA certified weed free mulch at a rate of 2.0 tons per acre. • Prairie hay/mulch (Mn/DOT Type 7 or 8) at a rate of 2.0 tons per acre. • Mn/DOT Type 1 (clean straw) mulch at a rate of 2.0 tons per acre. G) Straw Blanket — Straw blanket containing double netting (Straw 2S) will be used in areas shown on plans and installed per manufacturer specifications.