Hessian & Jute Cloth

Natural, biodegradable fabric for erosion control, ground cover, and surface protection

Where synthetic ground cover breaks down into waste, hessian and jute cloth breaks down into the soil. That's the practical advantage of a natural fibre — it does its job, then disappears.

Ritex supplies woven hessian and jute cloth rolls to contractors, growers, and commercial operators across New Zealand and Australia. The open weave structure allows water and air to pass through freely, while holding soil in place, retaining moisture, and protecting surfaces during establishment or construction.

Stocked in a range of widths, weights, and roll lengths for immediate supply. Custom dimensions available on forward order.

Hessian and jute cloth is used across a wide range of commercial and operational contexts:

  • Erosion control and slope stabilisation

  • Re-vegetation and new planting areas

  • Landscaping and biodegradable mulch coverage

  • Grass seeding and seed protection

  • Root ball wrapping for transplanting

  • Concrete curing — moisture retention to reduce cracking

  • Cricket pitch covers

  • General-purpose temporary ground cover

Why choose hessian and jute cloth?

  • Manufactured from natural jute fibre, hessian cloth breaks down over time and returns organic matter to the soil. There is no removal cost, no disposal requirement, and no synthetic residue left behind. For temporary ground cover and re-vegetation projects, this removes a significant operational step.

  • Lightweight and flexible, hessian rolls can be cut, shaped, and secured quickly using pins or staples. Suited to both small-scale projects and large commercial coverage across varied terrain.

  • Suitable for landscaping, agriculture, and construction applications, including erosion control, planting, root wrapping, and concrete curing.

  • Hessian maintains consistent soil moisture during early growth stages — supporting seed germination and plant establishment in both horticultural and landscaping applications. The open weave keeps air circulating while protecting the surface from drying out.

  • The woven structure holds soil in place on exposed or sloped ground — reducing runoff and surface movement during re-vegetation, landscaping, and earthworks. It conforms to uneven terrain and irregular surfaces without additional shaping or preparation.

  • We understand large minimum order quantities are financially straining. Due to custom orders we have the ability to have low minimum order quantities. Submit an enquiry below for use to discuss your specific needs.

Order with confidence

Ritex has supplied hessian and jute cloth to horticulture, agriculture, construction, and commercial operations across New Zealand and Australia for decades. Our cloth is sourced from trusted manufacturing partners and held to consistent quality standards — so performance doesn't vary between orders. Standard stock is available for immediate supply. Contact us for volume pricing and forward order enquiries.

Let’s work together

Project requirements vary — coverage area, terrain, application, and roll dimensions all differ.

Contact us with your specifications and we'll come back with a practical recommendation and quote. We will be in touch soon.

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