21 NCAC 28B .0511          WILDFLOWER, NATIVE GRASS, AND NO-MOW SEED ESTABLISHMENT

When establishing wildflower, native grass, or no-mow seeding, a licensed contractor shall:

(1)           Prior to construction, inform the owner or construction manager of the time required to establish native bunch grasses and forbs from seed and whether this time is compatible with the construction schedule.

(2)           Confirm the suitability of the specified seed for the project as determined by the land, soil type, and sun/shade exposure.

(3)           Select seed that is regionally appropriate and of the geographic ecotype for the location of the project by following the recommended seeding rate from the supplier.

(4)           Use pure live seed (PLS) rates for seeding. If bulk seed is utilized, adjust the rates accordingly.

(5)           Use a temporary cover, nurse crop, or mulch that is non-allelopathic and seasonally appropriate when seeding.

(6)           Use highest seed rates on slopes greater than 30 degrees or when a dormant seeding schedule is utilized.

(7)           Employ a seeding method that buries seed less than one-quarter inch in depth, and cultipack or roll after seed distribution.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 89D-15(2); 89D-15(16);

Temporary Adoption Eff. January 1, 2016;

Eff. September 1, 2016.