Features
- 2 Years of Erosion Prevention - They reduce erosion, increase filtration, and retain soil for one to two years, making them ideal for temporary protection while permanent vegetation becomes established. This product is strong and durable and will hold up to even the hardest jobs.
- 4-6 Years Of Use - This product has a functional longevity of 4-6 years. It can be re-used and does not have to be replaced when left in the same spot for multiple years.
- Many Uses - Straw wattles are an excellent way to prevent sheet erosion, rills, and gullies by serving as a functional method of decelerating the velocity of water runoff in channels and slopes. They also serve to filter sediment out of water before entering storm drain inlets – especially useful in perimeter controls on lots and construction sites.
- Agricultural Wheat Straw - This product is made from strong Agricultural Wheat Straw that is tightly seal with a matrix using a heavy-duty polypropylene grid casing. This product is strong and durable and will perform well even in the hardest construction projects.
- Premium Erosion Control - Farm Plastic Supply offers premium heavy erosion control products for all uses. Our erosion control products are quality LDPE. Our Straw Wattles are dependable and have been a favorite among our many customers.
Specifications
| Color | Straw |
| Size | 8" x 25' |
| Unit Count | 1 |
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Straw wattles are 8" x 25' tubes of agricultural wheat straw encased in heavy‑duty polypropylene mesh, used for erosion control and slope stabilization. They slow and diffuse water runoff, filter sediment before it reaches drains, provide 1–2 years of active erosion prevention while vegetation establishes, and have a functional service life of about 4–6 years when left in place.
Project Ideas
Business
Erosion Control Installation Service
Offer professional installation of straw wattles on construction sites, new developments, and erosion-prone residential properties. Services include site evaluation, design of wattle placement for sediment control, proper staking and trenching, inspection reports, and seasonal maintenance. Market to contractors, landscapers and municipalities.
DIY Erosion-Control Kits for Homeowners
Assemble and sell ready-to-use kits containing a set number of wattles, stakes, a simple slope-assessment guide, step-by-step installation instructions, and brief video access. Offer tiered kits for small yards, steep slopes, and large properties. Add remote consultation upsell to help customers plan placement.
Wattle Rental & Recovery Program
Create a short-term rental model for projects and events that need temporary erosion control—deliver wattles, install on-site, then remove, inspect, and refurbish for reuse. Charge transport, installation, and pickup fees. Refurbished wattles can be cleaned and resold or repurposed into upcycled products.
Upcycled Garden Goods & Workshops
Collect used or imperfect wattles and upcycle components into rustic planters, raised-bed liners, decorative garden rolls, or event décor. Host hands-on workshops teaching repurposing techniques (e.g., turning a wattle into a bench base or planter). Sell finished goods online, at markets, and to landscapers wanting sustainable décor.
Mushroom-Substrate Production & Kits
Process straw from clean wattles (after removing plastic casing) into pasteurized substrate for oyster and other straw-based mushroom cultivation. Sell small-batch mushroom grow kits to hobbyists, restaurants, and urban farms. Include clear sanitation instructions and comply with local health/regulatory requirements.
Creative
Terraced Live Berm Planter
Stack and stake multiple straw wattles across a slope to create low terraces that slow runoff and hold soil. Backfill behind each wattle with a mix of topsoil and compost, then plant native grasses, groundcovers or sedges. The wattles act as temporary containment while roots establish, creating a long-lasting living retaining system with minimal hardscape.
Rustic Pathway & Bed Edging
Use intact wattles as natural edging for garden paths and beds. Stake them in place along curves to define walkways, prevent mulch wash, and direct surface water. Plant low spilling perennials or bulbs in front for a cottage-style border that also reduces erosion along the path.
Pop-up Planter Boxes / Market Beds
Convert one 8" x 25' wattle into a long, narrow raised bed for temporary vegetable/herb displays at farmers' markets or events. Either cut open and line with landscape fabric or use intact as a tubular planter (cut slits for planting). Lightweight, portable, and quick to set up and remove after the event.
Straw Mushroom Substrate Kits
Remove the poly mesh and use the agricultural wheat straw as substrate for oyster and other straw-loving mushrooms. Process the straw (chop, pasteurize/steep, inoculate) to create small home mushroom kits or demonstration batches. Note: remove all plastic and follow sanitary pasteurization/sterilization steps.
Living Erosion Art & Habitat Feature
Weave and stake multiple wattles into sculptural berms or serpentine forms, seed them with wildflower mixes and trailing native plants, and create a living sculpture that stabilizes soil while attracting pollinators. Add woody debris and small logs to create microhabitats for insects and small wildlife.