Growing Grass (rye, fescue, etc.)

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Many years ago I bought a sheet of white material that looked sort of like tyvek that was used over grass seed to protect the seed and retain moisture. I used it several times and it worked amazingly well - apparently it is porous enough for water and air to pass through and allows sufficient light while retaining soil moisture. It came with some little plastic spikes to anchor it down. I haven't been able to find it at any of the home improvement stores for quite a while (I believe I bought it at Lowe's 10+ years ago). After several punctures with the spikes and mischievous squirrels, my old sheet is pretty much in tatters.

Anyone know what this product is called and where I might be able to purchase it?

I have a few areas where I need to grow some grass. Specifically, where some trees were cut and the stumps and roots were ground up. I plan on tilling up the areas and throwing down plenty of seed and starter fertilizer.
 
As a followup:

I did a google search and found what appeared to be the product, but it was not in stock. Then a search for "protective grass seed cover" yielded some promising results. Apparently one brand name is "Grass Fast".

If anyone knows of any stores that carry it, it would be appreciated.
 
Originally Posted By: Touring5
If anyone knows of any stores that carry it, it would be appreciated.


Amazon appears to carry it. I'm sure your friendly local hardware store would be able to get it for you if you printed out the product information and asked nicely.
 
I wonder if it was something from the DuPont "Green Vista" gardening line, which appears to have been discontinued.
 
http://www.gemplers.com/product/152010/D...p;ci_sku=152010


Protect from rain, wind, birds and insects with seed guard
This reusable polypropylene seed guard fabric will protect your newly seeded lawn from potential losses from rain, wind, birds and insects. Seed guard provides a 90-95% seed germination rate under favorable conditions, compared to approximately 65% when using hay or straw. Seed guard is also cleaner and easier to remove than other covers and won't introduce weeds into your new yard. The bulk rolls can also be used to provide insect and frost protection. Fabric weighs 0.5 oz. per square yard and is treated to minimize UV deterioration. Remove the fabric 2 to 3 weeks after seeding or before the first mowing.
 
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