Profile® Vegetation Establishment Systems

Match the Solution
to the Site

Different slopes, soils, flow conditions, and performance requirements
demand different levels of protection. This guide helps identify the
appropriate Profile system for the conditions your project must withstand.

Begin With the Site Conditions

Performance Comes From Selecting the Right System

Vegetation establishment is not a one-product decision. Soil condition,
slope geometry, expected runoff, shear stress, installation method, and
long-term performance expectations all affect the appropriate solution.

01

Soil Condition

Evaluate fertility, organic matter, compaction, pH, and the soil’s
ability to support long-term vegetation.

02

Slope & Hydraulics

Consider slope length, gradient, runoff concentration, flow velocity,
and anticipated shear stress.

03

Establishment Goal

Determine whether the project requires temporary cover, permanent
vegetation, soil rebuilding, or reinforced performance.

04

Constructability

Account for access, equipment, installation sequencing, labor, schedule,
and long-term maintenance requirements.

Profile Performance Guide

Protection Increases as Site Demands Increase

Move upward through the guide as slope severity, flow velocity, shear stress,
and long-term performance demands increase.

Profile Usage Graphic 3
Understand the Progression

From Basic Cover to Reinforced Performance

Level 01

Temporary Surface Protection

Hydraulic mulch and temporary cover help protect seed and exposed
soils while vegetation begins to establish.

  • Low-risk slopes
  • Short-term stabilization
  • Moderate rainfall exposure
  • Accessible installation areas

Level 02

Enhanced Soil & Vegetation

Soil amendments, engineered media, and enhanced hydraulic products
improve growing conditions while increasing erosion resistance.

  • Poor or disturbed soils
  • Longer establishment windows
  • Greater rainfall exposure
  • Reduced topsoil availability

Level 03

Reinforced Vegetation

Flexible growth media and turf reinforcement systems combine
vegetation with structural reinforcement for demanding sites.

  • Steeper slopes
  • Concentrated runoff
  • Channels and drainageways
  • Long-term hydraulic performance

Level 04

Hard Armor

Rock, concrete, or other structural systems may be required when
hydraulic forces exceed the capabilities of vegetated reinforcement.

  • Extreme flow conditions
  • High shear stress
  • Severe scour potential
  • Critical infrastructure protection
Featured Technology

Build Soil and Protect the Surface in One Application

ProGanics® DUAL™ combines soil-building technology and erosion control
performance in a single hydraulically applied solution. It can help reduce
dependence on imported topsoil while creating better conditions for vegetation
establishment.

Improves soil conditions
Supports vegetation establishment
Provides erosion protection
Reduces installation steps


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R.H. Moore Technical Support

Selection Is Only the Beginning

Our team helps connect site conditions, engineering requirements,
constructability, and product performance throughout the project.

01

Diagnose

Review soils, slopes, hydraulics, vegetation goals, and constraints.

02

Design

Identify the appropriate system and support specification development.

03

Install

Support contractors with application guidance and field coordination.

04

Perform

Help create durable vegetation and long-term site performance.

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We’ll Help Build the Solution.

Connect with R.H. Moore for product selection, specification assistance,
soil analysis coordination, contractor support, or project consultation.