FormerTorontonianBackInTO said:
What they're doing here reminds me a bit of what was done as a placeholder for future residential development at Block 13 of West Don Lands - there was a bit of landforming, plus trees, stones and even a some large pavers cutting north to south. I am fairly certain that this is all a placeholder before the city builds something more elaborate. Reason I say that is because I haven't seen anything from the city re any alternate park designs that they were considering (asking for public feedback), and I believe that I always see that (at least over the last couple of years) before the city actually builds out the park area (even if it seems like they don't really listen to the public feedback).....so I'm thinking that we may still get a water feature
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The Block 13 situation was a bit different as the developer owned the land and knew that, sooner or later, they would build on it. In this case the land will belong (already belongs?) to the City and the 'land-forming' and drainage is MUCH more significant. Though 'they' may do more stuff (like fountains) I doubt they intend to dig up the new mountains or move the new drains.
 
Hydroseed spraying today:

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DSC said:
Question: Why use turf on some sections and hydro-sprayed seed on others? @Northern Light , please illuminate us!
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Lets start by asking/answering Why Hydroseed?

Answer: Cost - its about 2/3 cheaper than sod, all other things being equal.

So why not hydroseed everything?

Answer: Hydroseeding will not give you an instant lawn, especially not in winter......it takes several weeks, in spring-like weather. Hydroseeding does carry some additional risks, as with any seeding program, it can be more subject to erosion risk on slopes (this is mitigated by putting mulch in the slurry that has adherent properties), and there is also a risk of geese eating your lawn before it even sprouts!

Also, hydroseeding is often not warrantied by the industry, where sod usually is covered.

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Summary:

Hydroseeding is cheaper, but slower, and slightly higher in risk.

Sod is instant lawn with better guarantees, but a lot more $$$

Looking at the pattern.......this is just my guess..........It looks like they went for sod on the busier roads/sides for instant gratification, and hydroseeded the balance.
 
DSC said:
Question: Why use turf on some sections and hydro-sprayed seed on others? @Northern Light , please illuminate us!
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I was very curious too and started googling. Both sod and hydroseeding both seem to want warmer temperatures. Imagine that. Maybe they hit a warmer day today?

I guess they are checking the box that the park is done and we’ll fix it in the spring? (Maybe….) I’m curious how much more work they can do before the cold/snow. Are they laying asphalt tomorrow? 😊
 
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Hydroseeding appears to be used on the north end closer to the rest of the development, where it isn't likely to be as critical in how long it will take hold.
 
rdaner said:
I believe that this parcel is being turned over to the City in a condition to allow it to commission and build a park so it will be very basic similar to what was done at Sterling and Perth.
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Tennis Courts are not a 'base condition' element.

It appears that we are getting the 'simple' design here, at least for the next several years.
 
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