Carl_NH
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John,
Straw will decompose slower than hay so will hold back a slope better long term however mulch hay (previously had gotten wet before baling) will decompose faster add more organic material , so I would get some mulch hay - cheaper and as effective until the grass grows in. Also you can use hay for the surface after tilling and cover coat of topsoil if you don't mind the various hay seeds also contributing to your "lawn".
As you state you have put rocks in some places, so when you till this mix you will bring these to the surface, so I would mix hay and till in, then grade smooth and add 2-3" of fresh loam on top, seed and cover.
Carl
Carl
Straw will decompose slower than hay so will hold back a slope better long term however mulch hay (previously had gotten wet before baling) will decompose faster add more organic material , so I would get some mulch hay - cheaper and as effective until the grass grows in. Also you can use hay for the surface after tilling and cover coat of topsoil if you don't mind the various hay seeds also contributing to your "lawn".
As you state you have put rocks in some places, so when you till this mix you will bring these to the surface, so I would mix hay and till in, then grade smooth and add 2-3" of fresh loam on top, seed and cover.
Carl
Carl