Overview:

MaxJute Thick geotextile acts as a mulch, providing weed suppression and moisture retention to enhance plant establishment, while protecting the topsoil from erosion.

Product Description:

MaxJute Thick is 100% organic and will biodegrade over time. MaxJute Thick contains no plastic meshes and will not entangle wildlife or machinery.

Exposed soils are protected with biodegradable MaxJute Thick, providing erosion control for up to 18 months.

MaxJute Thick acts as a roll-on mulch, adding organic matter to the soil as it breaks down.  Suppress most weeds while planted vegetation is establishing.

MaxJute Thick reduces moisture loss due to evaporation, and conforms to the contours of the ground.

The product reduces heat absorption, helping to protect plants.  Flexible and strong when being laid.

The manufacturer provides a service to pre-slit the matting with planting holes.

Country of Origin

Australia

ecospecifier Issues of Concern / Red Lights

None

Assessment Comparison

Conventional erosion control systems

Keywords / Alternatives

Erosion, control, biodegradable

Availability:

ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Other information:

Information last verified on 03/06/2010.

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