Artificial seedbeds and method for making same

Abstract

An artificial seedbed is disclosed comprising a foundation of virgin, re-processed or waste pulp formed by an aqueous based compression system, a dry non-woven air-blown system containing a cellulose-based binder or adhesive or a dry non-woven needle punched system containing a cellulose-based binder or adhesive. The seedbed can contain seeds, fertilizers, growth hormones, hydrogels, herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, or any other additive to promote the germination and the growth of the seeds and surrounding landscape.

1 . An artificial seedbed comprising seeds, cellulose fibers, and a 100% biodegradable cellulose-based binder.  
     
     
         2 . The artificial seedbed of  claim 1 , wherein said seedbed contains the addition of one or more of the additives from the group consisting of: fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, insecticides, fungicides, and superabsorbants.  
     
     
         3 . The artificial seedbed of  claim 1 , wherein said seedbed is colored to substantially match the surrounding terrain.  
     
     
         4 . The artificial seedbed of  claim 1 , wherein said seedbed contains grass seeds.  
     
     
         5 . The artificial seedbed of  claim 1 , wherein said seedbed contains region specific seeds.  
     
     
         6 . The artificial seedbed of  claim 1 , wherein said seedbed contains ornamental plant seeds.  
     
     
         7 . The artificial seedbed of  claim 1 , wherein said seedbed contains vegetable seeds.  
     
     
         8 . The artificial seedbed of  claim 1 , wherein said seedbed contains cropseeds.