Landscaping
719.01 DESCRIPTION. Furnish and plant various plant materials in
accordance with the plans and the specifications.
719.02 LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS. Conduct
landscaping operations in accordance with Section 107 , the requirements of the Louisiana Horticulture Law and Regulations, and this section. The landscape contractor shall have in his possession, and maintain in good standing, a Landscape Horticulturalist license, a Landscape Irrigation Contractor license, and a Category 6 Pesticide Applicators license obtained through the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry. The landscape horticulturalist shall conduct his operations in accordance with Section 107 of the Louisiana Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges , and the requirements of the Louisiana Horticulture Law and Regulations. If landscape maintenance, irrigation maintenance and/or herbicide/chemical application will be performed by the contractor’s sub- contractor, proof of insurance and required Louisiana licensin g procedures shall be followed.
719.03 MATERIALS. Materials for landscaping shall comply with the
following sections and subsections, and the following requirements: Mortar Sand 1003.08.1 Fertilizer 1004.01 Agricultural Lime 1004.02 Mycorrhizal Inoculant 1004.06 Water Management Gel 1005.05 Obtain water from any source. Do not use brackish, chemically contaminated, or oily water. Individual plant varieties, species, and size will be indicated on the plans.
719.03.1 Pine Bark for Bed Preparation and Backfilling :
Furnish pulverized and well -rotted ground pine bark for use in preparing backfill soil and the soil in bed areas.
719.03.2 Backfill Soil: Prepare backfill soil as follows:
Landscaping
719.01 DESCRIPTION. Furnish and plant various plant materials in
accordance with the plans and the specifications.
719.02 LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS. Conduct
landscaping operations in accordance with Section 107 , the requirements of the Louisiana Horticulture Law and Regulations, and this section. The landscape contractor shall have in his possession, and maintain in good standing, a Landscape Horticulturalist license, a Landscape Irrigation Contractor license, and a Category 6 Pesticide Applicators license obtained through the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry. The landscape horticulturalist shall conduct his operations in accordance with Section 107 of the Louisiana Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges , and the requirements of the Louisiana Horticulture Law and Regulations. If landscape maintenance, irrigation maintenance and/or herbicide/chemical application will be performed by the contractor’s sub- contractor, proof of insurance and required Louisiana licensin g procedures shall be followed.
719.03 MATERIALS. Materials for landscaping shall comply with the
following sections and subsections, and the following requirements: Mortar Sand 1003.08.1 Fertilizer 1004.01 Agricultural Lime 1004.02 Mycorrhizal Inoculant 1004.06 Water Management Gel 1005.05 Obtain water from any source. Do not use brackish, chemically contaminated, or oily water. Individual plant varieties, species, and size will be indicated on the plans.
719.03.1 Pine Bark for Bed Preparation and Backfilling :
Furnish pulverized and well -rotted ground pine bark for use in preparing backfill soil and the soil in bed areas.
719.03.2 Backfill Soil: Prepare backfill soil as follows:
Landscaping
719.01 DESCRIPTION. Furnish and plant various plant materials in
accordance with the plans and the specifications.
719.02 LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS. Conduct
landscaping operations in accordance with Section 107 , the requirements of the Louisiana Horticulture Law and Regulations, and this section. The landscape contractor shall have in his possession, and maintain in good standing, a Landscape Horticulturalist license, a Landscape Irrigation Contractor license, and a Category 6 Pesticide Applicators license obtained through the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry. The landscape horticulturalist shall conduct his operations in accordance with Section 107 of the Louisiana Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges , and the requirements of the Louisiana Horticulture Law and Regulations. If landscape maintenance, irrigation maintenance and/or herbicide/chemical application will be performed by the contractor’s sub- contractor, proof of insurance and required Louisiana licensin g procedures shall be followed.
719.03 MATERIALS. Materials for landscaping shall comply with the
following sections and subsections, and the following requirements: Mortar Sand 1003.08.1 Fertilizer 1004.01 Agricultural Lime 1004.02 Mycorrhizal Inoculant 1004.06 Water Management Gel 1005.05 Obtain water from any source. Do not use brackish, chemically contaminated, or oily water. Individual plant varieties, species, and size will be indicated on the plans.
719.03.1 Pine Bark for Bed Preparation and Backfilling :
Furnish pulverized and well -rotted ground pine bark for use in preparing backfill soil and the soil in bed areas.
719.03.2 Backfill Soil: Prepare backfill soil as follows:
Landscaping
719.01 DESCRIPTION. Furnish and plant various plant materials in
accordance with the plans and the specifications.
719.02 LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS. Conduct
landscaping operations in accordance with Section 107 , the requirements of the Louisiana Horticulture Law and Regulations, and this section. The landscape contractor shall have in his possession, and maintain in good standing, a Landscape Horticulturalist license, a Landscape Irrigation Contractor license, and a Category 6 Pesticide Applicators license obtained through the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry. The landscape horticulturalist shall conduct his operations in accordance with Section 107 of the Louisiana Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges , and the requirements of the Louisiana Horticulture Law and Regulations. If landscape maintenance, irrigation maintenance and/or herbicide/chemical application will be performed by the contractor’s sub- contractor, proof of insurance and required Louisiana licensin g procedures shall be followed.
719.03 MATERIALS. Materials for landscaping shall comply with the
following sections and subsections, and the following requirements: Mortar Sand 1003.08.1 Fertilizer 1004.01 Agricultural Lime 1004.02 Mycorrhizal Inoculant 1004.06 Water Management Gel 1005.05 Obtain water from any source. Do not use brackish, chemically contaminated, or oily water. Individual plant varieties, species, and size will be indicated on the plans.
719.03.1 Pine Bark for Bed Preparation and Backfilling :
Furnish pulverized and well -rotted ground pine bark for use in preparing backfill soil and the soil in bed areas.
719.03.2 Backfill Soil: Prepare backfill soil as follows:
Landscaping
719.01 DESCRIPTION. Furnish and plant various plant materials in
accordance with the plans and the specifications.
719.02 LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS. Conduct
landscaping operations in accordance with Section 107 , the requirements of the Louisiana Horticulture Law and Regulations, and this section. The landscape contractor shall have in his possession, and maintain in good standing, a Landscape Horticulturalist license, a Landscape Irrigation Contractor license, and a Category 6 Pesticide Applicators license obtained through the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry. The landscape horticulturalist shall conduct his operations in accordance with Section 107 of the Louisiana Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges , and the requirements of the Louisiana Horticulture Law and Regulations. If landscape maintenance, irrigation maintenance and/or herbicide/chemical application will be performed by the contractor’s sub- contractor, proof of insurance and required Louisiana licensin g procedures shall be followed.
719.03 MATERIALS. Materials for landscaping shall comply with the
following sections and subsections, and the following requirements: Mortar Sand 1003.08.1 Fertilizer 1004.01 Agricultural Lime 1004.02 Mycorrhizal Inoculant 1004.06 Water Management Gel 1005.05 Obtain water from any source. Do not use brackish, chemically contaminated, or oily water. Individual plant varieties, species, and size will be indicated on the plans.
719.03.1 Pine Bark for Bed Preparation and Backfilling :
Furnish pulverized and well -rotted ground pine bark for use in preparing backfill soil and the soil in bed areas.
719.03.2 Backfill Soil: Prepare backfill soil as follows:
5 parts topsoil 3 parts pine bark for bed preparation and backfilling 1 part sand 1 part manure Water Management Gel Mycorrhizal Inoculant Add water management gel and mycorrhiza l inoculant at the manufacturer’ s recommended rate for individual trees or plants at the time of planting. Remove all clods, stones, roots, gravel, and other debris from the excavated soil. Mix backfill soil with excavated soil from individual planting holes at a rate of three parts backfill soil to one part excavated soil. Use this mixture to backfill individual planting holes. Add fertilizer in accordance with Section 718 except as specified herein.
719.03.3 Water Management Gel: Furnish and place water
management gel in accordance with 1004.05 .
719.03.4 Mycorrhizal Inoculant : Furnish and place mycorrhizal
inoculant in accordance with 1004.06 .
719.03.5 Topsoil : If shown on the plans, furnish and place topsoil in
accordance with Section 715 .
719.03.6 Top Dressing Mulch : The top dressing mulch furnished
and placed shall be pine bark, pine straw, hardwood mulch, or cypress bark. When specifying pine bark mulch , use mulch consisting of 1/2-inch minimum size chipped pine bark. Reject excessively “green ” and/or decomposed pine bark.
719.03.7 Fertilizer Tablets : Furnish and place fertilizer tablets in
accordance with 1004.01 .
719.04 QUALITY AND EXTENT O F WORK. The engineer will notify
the Department ’s Landscape Architect before work begins to coordinate the planting operation with the landscape contractor. Plant in accordance with accepted landscaping practices. Approved plant materials shall be 5 parts topsoil 3 parts pine bark for bed preparation and backfilling 1 part sand 1 part manure Water Management Gel Mycorrhizal Inoculant Add water management gel and mycorrhiza l inoculant at the manufacturer’ s recommended rate for individual trees or plants at the time of planting. Remove all clods, stones, roots, gravel, and other debris from the excavated soil. Mix backfill soil with excavated soil from individual planting holes at a rate of three parts backfill soil to one part excavated soil. Use this mixture to backfill individual planting holes. Add fertilizer in accordance with Section 718 except as specified herein.
719.03.3 Water Management Gel: Furnish and place water
management gel in accordance with 1004.05 .
719.03.4 Mycorrhizal Inoculant : Furnish and place mycorrhizal
inoculant in accordance with 1004.06 .
719.03.5 Topsoil : If shown on the plans, furnish and place topsoil in
accordance with Section 715 .
719.03.6 Top Dressing Mulch : The top dressing mulch furnished
and placed shall be pine bark, pine straw, hardwood mulch, or cypress bark. When specifying pine bark mulch , use mulch consisting of 1/2-inch minimum size chipped pine bark. Reject excessively “green ” and/or decomposed pine bark.
719.03.7 Fertilizer Tablets : Furnish and place fertilizer tablets in
accordance with 1004.01 .
719.04 QUALITY AND EXTENT O F WORK. The engineer will notify
the Department ’s Landscape Architect before work begins to coordinate the planting operation with the landscape contractor. Plant in accordance with accepted landscaping practices. Approved plant materials shall be 5 parts topsoil 3 parts pine bark for bed preparation and backfilling 1 part sand 1 part manure Water Management Gel Mycorrhizal Inoculant Add water management gel and mycorrhiza l inoculant at the manufacturer’ s recommended rate for individual trees or plants at the time of planting. Remove all clods, stones, roots, gravel, and other debris from the excavated soil. Mix backfill soil with excavated soil from individual planting holes at a rate of three parts backfill soil to one part excavated soil. Use this mixture to backfill individual planting holes. Add fertilizer in accordance with Section 718 except as specified herein.
719.03.3 Water Management Gel: Furnish and place water
management gel in accordance with 1004.05 .
719.03.4 Mycorrhizal Inoculant : Furnish and place mycorrhizal
inoculant in accordance with 1004.06 .
719.03.5 Topsoil : If shown on the plans, furnish and place topsoil in
accordance with Section 715 .
719.03.6 Top Dressing Mulch : The top dressing mulch furnished
and placed shall be pine bark, pine straw, hardwood mulch, or cypress bark. When specifying pine bark mulch , use mulch consisting of 1/2-inch minimum size chipped pine bark. Reject excessively “green ” and/or decomposed pine bark.
719.03.7 Fertilizer Tablets : Furnish and place fertilizer tablets in
accordance with 1004.01 .
719.04 QUALITY AND EXTENT O F WORK. The engineer will notify
the Department ’s Landscape Architect before work begins to coordinate the planting operation with the landscape contractor. Plant in accordance with accepted landscaping practices. Approved plant materials shall be 5 parts topsoil 3 parts pine bark for bed preparation and backfilling 1 part sand 1 part manure Water Management Gel Mycorrhizal Inoculant Add water management gel and mycorrhiza l inoculant at the manufacturer’ s recommended rate for individual trees or plants at the time of planting. Remove all clods, stones, roots, gravel, and other debris from the excavated soil. Mix backfill soil with excavated soil from individual planting holes at a rate of three parts backfill soil to one part excavated soil. Use this mixture to backfill individual planting holes. Add fertilizer in accordance with Section 718 except as specified herein.
719.03.3 Water Management Gel: Furnish and place water
management gel in accordance with 1004.05 .
719.03.4 Mycorrhizal Inoculant : Furnish and place mycorrhizal
inoculant in accordance with 1004.06 .
719.03.5 Topsoil : If shown on the plans, furnish and place topsoil in
accordance with Section 715 .
719.03.6 Top Dressing Mulch : The top dressing mulch furnished
and placed shall be pine bark, pine straw, hardwood mulch, or cypress bark. When specifying pine bark mulch , use mulch consisting of 1/2-inch minimum size chipped pine bark. Reject excessively “green ” and/or decomposed pine bark.
719.03.7 Fertilizer Tablets : Furnish and place fertilizer tablets in
accordance with 1004.01 .
719.04 QUALITY AND EXTENT O F WORK. The engineer will notify
the Department ’s Landscape Architect before work begins to coordinate the planting operation with the landscape contractor. Plant in accordance with accepted landscaping practices. Approved plant materials shall be 5 parts topsoil 3 parts pine bark for bed preparation and backfilling 1 part sand 1 part manure Water Management Gel Mycorrhizal Inoculant Add water management gel and mycorrhiza l inoculant at the manufacturer’ s recommended rate for individual trees or plants at the time of planting. Remove all clods, stones, roots, gravel, and other debris from the excavated soil. Mix backfill soil with excavated soil from individual planting holes at a rate of three parts backfill soil to one part excavated soil. Use this mixture to backfill individual planting holes. Add fertilizer in accordance with Section 718 except as specified herein.
719.03.3 Water Management Gel: Furnish and place water
management gel in accordance with 1004.05 .
719.03.4 Mycorrhizal Inoculant : Furnish and place mycorrhizal
inoculant in accordance with 1004.06 .
719.03.5 Topsoil : If shown on the plans, furnish and place topsoil in
accordance with Section 715 .
719.03.6 Top Dressing Mulch : The top dressing mulch furnished
and placed shall be pine bark, pine straw, hardwood mulch, or cypress bark. When specifying pine bark mulch , use mulch consisting of 1/2-inch minimum size chipped pine bark. Reject excessively “green ” and/or decomposed pine bark.
719.03.7 Fertilizer Tablets : Furnish and place fertilizer tablets in
accordance with 1004.01 .
719.04 QUALITY AND EXTENT O F WORK. The engineer will notify
the Department ’s Landscape Architect before work begins to coordinate the planting operation with the landscape contractor. Plant in accordance with accepted landscaping practices. Approved plant materials shall be 5 parts topsoil 3 parts pine bark for bed preparation and backfilling 1 part sand 1 part manure Water Management Gel Mycorrhizal Inoculant Add water management gel and mycorrhiza l inoculant at the manufacturer’ s recommended rate for individual trees or plants at the time of planting. Remove all clods, stones, roots, gravel, and other debris from the excavated soil. Mix backfill soil with excavated soil from individual planting holes at a rate of three parts backfill soil to one part excavated soil. Use this mixture to backfill individual planting holes. Add fertilizer in accordance with Section 718 except as specified herein.
719.03.3 Water Management Gel: Furnish and place water
management gel in accordance with 1004.05 .
719.03.4 Mycorrhizal Inoculant : Furnish and place mycorrhizal
inoculant in accordance with 1004.06 .
719.03.5 Topsoil : If shown on the plans, furnish and place topsoil in
accordance with Section 715 .
719.03.6 Top Dressing Mulch : The top dressing mulch furnished
and placed shall be pine bark, pine straw, hardwood mulch, or cypress bark. When specifying pine bark mulch , use mulch consisting of 1/2-inch minimum size chipped pine bark. Reject excessively “green ” and/or decomposed pine bark.
719.03.7 Fertilizer Tablets : Furnish and place fertilizer tablets in
accordance with 1004.01 .
719.04 QUALITY AND EXTENT O F WORK. The engineer will notify
the Department ’s Landscape Architect before work begins to coordinate the planting operation with the landscape contractor. Plant in accordance with accepted landscaping practices. Approved plant materials shall be 5 parts topsoil 3 parts pine bark for bed preparation and backfilling 1 part sand 1 part manure Water Management Gel Mycorrhizal Inoculant Add water management gel and mycorrhiza l inoculant at the manufacturer’ s recommended rate for individual trees or plants at the time of planting. Remove all clods, stones, roots, gravel, and other debris from the excavated soil. Mix backfill soil with excavated soil from individual planting holes at a rate of three parts backfill soil to one part excavated soil. Use this mixture to backfill individual planting holes. Add fertilizer in accordance with Section 718 except as specified herein.
719.03.3 Water Management Gel: Furnish and place water
management gel in accordance with 1004.05 .
719.03.4 Mycorrhizal Inoculant : Furnish and place mycorrhizal
inoculant in accordance with 1004.06 .
719.03.5 Topsoil : If shown on the plans, furnish and place topsoil in
accordance with Section 715 .
719.03.6 Top Dressing Mulch : The top dressing mulch furnished
and placed shall be pine bark, pine straw, hardwood mulch, or cypress bark. When specifying pine bark mulch , use mulch consisting of 1/2-inch minimum size chipped pine bark. Reject excessively “green ” and/or decomposed pine bark.
719.03.7 Fertilizer Tablets : Furnish and place fertilizer tablets in
accordance with 1004.01 .
719.04 QUALITY AND EXTENT O F WORK. The engineer will notify
the Department ’s Landscape Architect before work begins to coordinate the planting operation with the landscape contractor. Plant in accordance with accepted landscaping practices. Approved plant materials shall be container grown or balled and burlapped. Transport, plant, fertilize, prune, water, and maintain as necessary to ensure healthy plant growth.
719.05 PLANT MATERIALS. Plants will be subject to approval at the
project site before planting. Trees and other plant materials will be inspected by the Department’ s Landscape Architect, with the landscape contractor present. Enhancement projects require approval from the entity’s consultant. Remove all rejected plant material from the site and locate acceptable plant material from other nursery sources at no direct pay.
719.05.1 State and Federal Regulations : Plant materials shall be
free from injurious insect pests and plant diseases, and be subject to regulations of Federal and State Departments of Agriculture. Shipments of plants shall comply with nursery inspection and plant quarantine regulations of the states of origin and destination. Obtain proper certificates for movement of nursery stock intrastate and interstate; comply with all other requirements before and during movement or shipment of plants. A copy of the Certificate of Inspection shall accompany each delivery.
719.05.2 Plant Names : Scientific and common plant names shall
comply with the current edition of Hortus third . Plants shall be true to name and legibly tagged. Make no substitutions for the types, species, quantities, or sizes of materials specified without prior written permission. Present sufficient evidence that the specified plants cannot be obtained and that the substituted plants are essentially equal to the plant s specified.
719.05.3 Grading Standards : Grade plants in accordance with the
latest edition of American Standards for Nursery Stock , as published by the American Nursery and Landscape Association, unless otherwise specified.
719.05.4 Plant List: A complete list of pla nts will be shown on the
plans including botanical name, common name, quantity, height, caliper, etc. Sizes of stock shown are the minimum acceptable sizes.
719.05.5 Quality and Source of Plants : Furnish nursery grown
plants, unless written permission is obtain ed to use selected native stock. This permission will be granted only if native stock is better suited or superior in quality to plants obtained from a nursery. container grown or balled and burlapped. Transport, plant, fertilize, prune, water, and maintain as necessary to ensure healthy plant growth.
719.05 PLANT MATERIALS. Plants will be subject to approval at the
project site before planting. Trees and other plant materials will be inspected by the Department’ s Landscape Architect, with the landscape contractor present. Enhancement projects require approval from the entity’s consultant. Remove all rejected plant material from the site and locate acceptable plant material from other nursery sources at no direct pay.
719.05.1 State and Federal Regulations : Plant materials shall be
free from injurious insect pests and plant diseases, and be subject to regulations of Federal and State Departments of Agriculture. Shipments of plants shall comply with nursery inspection and plant quarantine regulations of the states of origin and destination. Obtain proper certificates for movement of nursery stock intrastate and interstate; comply with all other requirements before and during movement or shipment of plants. A copy of the Certificate of Inspection shall accompany each delivery.
719.05.2 Plant Names : Scientific and common plant names shall
comply with the current edition of Hortus third . Plants shall be true to name and legibly tagged. Make no substitutions for the types, species, quantities, or sizes of materials specified without prior written permission. Present sufficient evidence that the specified plants cannot be obtained and that the substituted plants are essentially equal to the plant s specified.
719.05.3 Grading Standards : Grade plants in accordance with the
latest edition of American Standards for Nursery Stock , as published by the American Nursery and Landscape Association, unless otherwise specified.
719.05.4 Plant List: A complete list of pla nts will be shown on the
plans including botanical name, common name, quantity, height, caliper, etc. Sizes of stock shown are the minimum acceptable sizes.
719.05.5 Quality and Source of Plants : Furnish nursery grown
plants, unless written permission is obtain ed to use selected native stock. This permission will be granted only if native stock is better suited or superior in quality to plants obtained from a nursery. container grown or balled and burlapped. Transport, plant, fertilize, prune, water, and maintain as necessary to ensure healthy plant growth.
719.05 PLANT MATERIALS. Plants will be subject to approval at the
project site before planting. Trees and other plant materials will be inspected by the Department’ s Landscape Architect, with the landscape contractor present. Enhancement projects require approval from the entity’s consultant. Remove all rejected plant material from the site and locate acceptable plant material from other nursery sources at no direct pay.
719.05.1 State and Federal Regulations : Plant materials shall be
free from injurious insect pests and plant diseases, and be subject to regulations of Federal and State Departments of Agriculture. Shipments of plants shall comply with nursery inspection and plant quarantine regulations of the states of origin and destination. Obtain proper certificates for movement of nursery stock intrastate and interstate; comply with all other requirements before and during movement or shipment of plants. A copy of the Certificate of Inspection shall accompany each delivery.
719.05.2 Plant Names : Scientific and common plant names shall
comply with the current edition of Hortus third . Plants shall be true to name and legibly tagged. Make no substitutions for the types, species, quantities, or sizes of materials specified without prior written permission. Present sufficient evidence that the specified plants cannot be obtained and that the substituted plants are essentially equal to the plant s specified.
719.05.3 Grading Standards : Grade plants in accordance with the
latest edition of American Standards for Nursery Stock , as published by the American Nursery and Landscape Association, unless otherwise specified.
719.05.4 Plant List: A complete list of pla nts will be shown on the
plans including botanical name, common name, quantity, height, caliper, etc. Sizes of stock shown are the minimum acceptable sizes.
719.05.5 Quality and Source of Plants : Furnish nursery grown
plants, unless written permission is obtain ed to use selected native stock. This permission will be granted only if native stock is better suited or superior in quality to plants obtained from a nursery. container grown or balled and burlapped. Transport, plant, fertilize, prune, water, and maintain as necessary to ensure healthy plant growth.
719.05 PLANT MATERIALS. Plants will be subject to approval at the
project site before planting. Trees and other plant materials will be inspected by the Department’ s Landscape Architect, with the landscape contractor present. Enhancement projects require approval from the entity’s consultant. Remove all rejected plant material from the site and locate acceptable plant material from other nursery sources at no direct pay.
719.05.1 State and Federal Regulations : Plant materials shall be
free from injurious insect pests and plant diseases, and be subject to regulations of Federal and State Departments of Agriculture. Shipments of plants shall comply with nursery inspection and plant quarantine regulations of the states of origin and destination. Obtain proper certificates for movement of nursery stock intrastate and interstate; comply with all other requirements before and during movement or shipment of plants. A copy of the Certificate of Inspection shall accompany each delivery.
719.05.2 Plant Names : Scientific and common plant names shall
comply with the current edition of Hortus third . Plants shall be true to name and legibly tagged. Make no substitutions for the types, species, quantities, or sizes of materials specified without prior written permission. Present sufficient evidence that the specified plants cannot be obtained and that the substituted plants are essentially equal to the plant s specified.
719.05.3 Grading Standards : Grade plants in accordance with the
latest edition of American Standards for Nursery Stock , as published by the American Nursery and Landscape Association, unless otherwise specified.
719.05.4 Plant List: A complete list of pla nts will be shown on the
plans including botanical name, common name, quantity, height, caliper, etc. Sizes of stock shown are the minimum acceptable sizes.
719.05.5 Quality and Source of Plants : Furnish nursery grown
plants, unless written permission is obtain ed to use selected native stock. This permission will be granted only if native stock is better suited or superior in quality to plants obtained from a nursery. container grown or balled and burlapped. Transport, plant, fertilize, prune, water, and maintain as necessary to ensure healthy plant growth.
719.05 PLANT MATERIALS. Plants will be subject to approval at the
project site before planting. Trees and other plant materials will be inspected by the Department’ s Landscape Architect, with the landscape contractor present. Enhancement projects require approval from the entity’s consultant. Remove all rejected plant material from the site and locate acceptable plant material from other nursery sources at no direct pay.
719.05.1 State and Federal Regulations : Plant materials shall be
free from injurious insect pests and plant diseases, and be subject to regulations of Federal and State Departments of Agriculture. Shipments of plants shall comply with nursery inspection and plant quarantine regulations of the states of origin and destination. Obtain proper certificates for movement of nursery stock intrastate and interstate; comply with all other requirements before and during movement or shipment of plants. A copy of the Certificate of Inspection shall accompany each delivery.
719.05.2 Plant Names : Scientific and common plant names shall
comply with the current edition of Hortus third . Plants shall be true to name and legibly tagged. Make no substitutions for the types, species, quantities, or sizes of materials specified without prior written permission. Present sufficient evidence that the specified plants cannot be obtained and that the substituted plants are essentially equal to the plant s specified.
719.05.3 Grading Standards : Grade plants in accordance with the
latest edition of American Standards for Nursery Stock , as published by the American Nursery and Landscape Association, unless otherwise specified.
719.05.4 Plant List: A complete list of pla nts will be shown on the
plans including botanical name, common name, quantity, height, caliper, etc. Sizes of stock shown are the minimum acceptable sizes.
719.05.5 Quality and Source of Plants : Furnish nursery grown
plants, unless written permission is obtain ed to use selected native stock. This permission will be granted only if native stock is better suited or superior in quality to plants obtained from a nursery. container grown or balled and burlapped. Transport, plant, fertilize, prune, water, and maintain as necessary to ensure healthy plant growth.
719.05 PLANT MATERIALS. Plants will be subject to approval at the
project site before planting. Trees and other plant materials will be inspected by the Department’ s Landscape Architect, with the landscape contractor present. Enhancement projects require approval from the entity’s consultant. Remove all rejected plant material from the site and locate acceptable plant material from other nursery sources at no direct pay.
719.05.1 State and Federal Regulations : Plant materials shall be
free from injurious insect pests and plant diseases, and be subject to regulations of Federal and State Departments of Agriculture. Shipments of plants shall comply with nursery inspection and plant quarantine regulations of the states of origin and destination. Obtain proper certificates for movement of nursery stock intrastate and interstate; comply with all other requirements before and during movement or shipment of plants. A copy of the Certificate of Inspection shall accompany each delivery.
719.05.2 Plant Names : Scientific and common plant names shall
comply with the current edition of Hortus third . Plants shall be true to name and legibly tagged. Make no substitutions for the types, species, quantities, or sizes of materials specified without prior written permission. Present sufficient evidence that the specified plants cannot be obtained and that the substituted plants are essentially equal to the plant s specified.
719.05.3 Grading Standards : Grade plants in accordance with the
latest edition of American Standards for Nursery Stock , as published by the American Nursery and Landscape Association, unless otherwise specified.
719.05.4 Plant List: A complete list of pla nts will be shown on the
plans including botanical name, common name, quantity, height, caliper, etc. Sizes of stock shown are the minimum acceptable sizes.
719.05.5 Quality and Source of Plants : Furnish nursery grown
plants, unless written permission is obtain ed to use selected native stock. This permission will be granted only if native stock is better suited or superior in quality to plants obtained from a nursery. container grown or balled and burlapped. Transport, plant, fertilize, prune, water, and maintain as necessary to ensure healthy plant growth.
719.05 PLANT MATERIALS. Plants will be subject to approval at the
project site before planting. Trees and other plant materials will be inspected by the Department’ s Landscape Architect, with the landscape contractor present. Enhancement projects require approval from the entity’s consultant. Remove all rejected plant material from the site and locate acceptable plant material from other nursery sources at no direct pay.
719.05.1 State and Federal Regulations : Plant materials shall be
free from injurious insect pests and plant diseases, and be subject to regulations of Federal and State Departments of Agriculture. Shipments of plants shall comply with nursery inspection and plant quarantine regulations of the states of origin and destination. Obtain proper certificates for movement of nursery stock intrastate and interstate; comply with all other requirements before and during movement or shipment of plants. A copy of the Certificate of Inspection shall accompany each delivery.
719.05.2 Plant Names : Scientific and common plant names shall
comply with the current edition of Hortus third . Plants shall be true to name and legibly tagged. Make no substitutions for the types, species, quantities, or sizes of materials specified without prior written permission. Present sufficient evidence that the specified plants cannot be obtained and that the substituted plants are essentially equal to the plant s specified.
719.05.3 Grading Standards : Grade plants in accordance with the
latest edition of American Standards for Nursery Stock , as published by the American Nursery and Landscape Association, unless otherwise specified.
719.05.4 Plant List: A complete list of pla nts will be shown on the
plans including botanical name, common name, quantity, height, caliper, etc. Sizes of stock shown are the minimum acceptable sizes.
719.05.5 Quality and Source of Plants : Furnish nursery grown
plants, unless written permission is obtain ed to use selected native stock. This permission will be granted only if native stock is better suited or superior in quality to plants obtained from a nursery. Furnish plants and trees that equal or exceed the measurements specified in the Plant List. Measure before pruning, with branches in normal position. Dimensions for height and spread refer to the main body of the plant and not from branch tip to branch tip. The determining measurements for trees shall be caliper and/or height as described in the Plant List. Measure caliper of the trunk 6 inches above the ground level for sizes up to and including 4 inches. If the caliper at 6 inches above the ground level exceeds 4 inches , the caliper should be measured at 12 inches above the ground. Trees shall have a habit of growth which is normal for the species. Furnish plants that are healthy, vigorous, and free from insects, diseases, and injuries. Do not trim or cut leaders or main branches of trees.
719.05.6 Balled and Burlapped Plants : Balled and burlapped
plants shall be dug with firm, natural balls of soil of sufficient diameter and depth to encompass the fibrous and feeding root system necessary for full recovery of the plant. Furnish balls that are firmly wrapped with burlap or similar materia l and bound with twine, cord, or wire. Water balled and burlapped plants prior to transportation and keep moist until planted.
719.05.7 Container Grown Plants : Reject container grown stock
which has become pot bound or in which the plant is out of proportion (larger) to the size of the container. Furnish stock with a fibrous, cohesive root system. Do not remove container grown plants from the container until just before planting and take care to prevent root system damage. Water container grown plants prior t o transportation and keep moist until planted.
719.05.8 Handling and Storage : Protect balled and burlapped
plants from drying out by covering the root system with mulch, wood chips, or suitable materials; water the root system and foliage as necessary. Protect plants from drying winds and sun as directed. Lift plants from the bottom only, not by stems or trunks. Plants will be rejected if the root ball is cracked or loosened.
719.05.9 Delivery and Receipt of Plant Materials : Notify the
engineer at least 48 hours before delivery of plant materials to the project. Provide an invoice for each shipment showing plant sizes and varieties in the shipment.
719.05.10 Inspection : Plant materials shall be subject to inspection
and approval at any time during the life of the contra ct. Plants will be rejected for any of the following reasons:
1.Excessive abrasions of bark; Furnish plants and trees that equal or exceed the measurements specified in the Plant List. Measure before pruning, with branches in normal position. Dimensions for height and spread refer to the main body of the plant and not from branch tip to branch tip. The determining measurements for trees shall be caliper and/or height as described in the Plant List. Measure caliper of the trunk 6 inches above the ground level for sizes up to and including 4 inches. If the caliper at 6 inches above the ground level exceeds 4 inches , the caliper should be measured at 12 inches above the ground. Trees shall have a habit of growth which is normal for the species. Furnish plants that are healthy, vigorous, and free from insects, diseases, and injuries. Do not trim or cut leaders or main branches of trees.
719.05.6 Balled and Burlapped Plants : Balled and burlapped
plants shall be dug with firm, natural balls of soil of sufficient diameter and depth to encompass the fibrous and feeding root system necessary for full recovery of the plant. Furnish balls that are firmly wrapped with burlap or similar materia l and bound with twine, cord, or wire. Water balled and burlapped plants prior to transportation and keep moist until planted.
719.05.7 Container Grown Plants : Reject container grown stock
which has become pot bound or in which the plant is out of proportion (larger) to the size of the container. Furnish stock with a fibrous, cohesive root system. Do not remove container grown plants from the container until just before planting and take care to prevent root system damage. Water container grown plants prior t o transportation and keep moist until planted.
719.05.8 Handling and Storage : Protect balled and burlapped
plants from drying out by covering the root system with mulch, wood chips, or suitable materials; water the root system and foliage as necessary. Protect plants from drying winds and sun as directed. Lift plants from the bottom only, not by stems or trunks. Plants will be rejected if the root ball is cracked or loosened.
719.05.9 Delivery and Receipt of Plant Materials : Notify the
engineer at least 48 hours before delivery of plant materials to the project. Provide an invoice for each shipment showing plant sizes and varieties in the shipment.
719.05.10 Inspection : Plant materials shall be subject to inspection
and approval at any time during the life of the contra ct. Plants will be rejected for any of the following reasons:
1.Excessive abrasions of bark; Furnish plants and trees that equal or exceed the measurements specified in the Plant List. Measure before pruning, with branches in normal position. Dimensions for height and spread refer to the main body of the plant and not from branch tip to branch tip. The determining measurements for trees shall be caliper and/or height as described in the Plant List. Measure caliper of the trunk 6 inches above the ground level for sizes up to and including 4 inches. If the caliper at 6 inches above the ground level exceeds 4 inches , the caliper should be measured at 12 inches above the ground. Trees shall have a habit of growth which is normal for the species. Furnish plants that are healthy, vigorous, and free from insects, diseases, and injuries. Do not trim or cut leaders or main branches of trees.
719.05.6 Balled and Burlapped Plants : Balled and burlapped
plants shall be dug with firm, natural balls of soil of sufficient diameter and depth to encompass the fibrous and feeding root system necessary for full recovery of the plant. Furnish balls that are firmly wrapped with burlap or similar materia l and bound with twine, cord, or wire. Water balled and burlapped plants prior to transportation and keep moist until planted.
719.05.7 Container Grown Plants : Reject container grown stock
which has become pot bound or in which the plant is out of proportion (larger) to the size of the container. Furnish stock with a fibrous, cohesive root system. Do not remove container grown plants from the container until just before planting and take care to prevent root system damage. Water container grown plants prior t o transportation and keep moist until planted.
719.05.8 Handling and Storage : Protect balled and burlapped
plants from drying out by covering the root system with mulch, wood chips, or suitable materials; water the root system and foliage as necessary. Protect plants from drying winds and sun as directed. Lift plants from the bottom only, not by stems or trunks. Plants will be rejected if the root ball is cracked or loosened.
719.05.9 Delivery and Receipt of Plant Materials : Notify the
engineer at least 48 hours before delivery of plant materials to the project. Provide an invoice for each shipment showing plant sizes and varieties in the shipment.
719.05.10 Inspection : Plant materials shall be subject to inspection
and approval at any time during the life of the contra ct. Plants will be rejected for any of the following reasons:
1.Excessive abrasions of bark; Furnish plants and trees that equal or exceed the measurements specified in the Plant List. Measure before pruning, with branches in normal position. Dimensions for height and spread refer to the main body of the plant and not from branch tip to branch tip. The determining measurements for trees shall be caliper and/or height as described in the Plant List. Measure caliper of the trunk 6 inches above the ground level for sizes up to and including 4 inches. If the caliper at 6 inches above the ground level exceeds 4 inches , the caliper should be measured at 12 inches above the ground. Trees shall have a habit of growth which is normal for the species. Furnish plants that are healthy, vigorous, and free from insects, diseases, and injuries. Do not trim or cut leaders or main branches of trees.
719.05.6 Balled and Burlapped Plants : Balled and burlapped
plants shall be dug with firm, natural balls of soil of sufficient diameter and depth to encompass the fibrous and feeding root system necessary for full recovery of the plant. Furnish balls that are firmly wrapped with burlap or similar materia l and bound with twine, cord, or wire. Water balled and burlapped plants prior to transportation and keep moist until planted.
719.05.7 Container Grown Plants : Reject container grown stock
which has become pot bound or in which the plant is out of proportion (larger) to the size of the container. Furnish stock with a fibrous, cohesive root system. Do not remove container grown plants from the container until just before planting and take care to prevent root system damage. Water container grown plants prior t o transportation and keep moist until planted.
719.05.8 Handling and Storage : Protect balled and burlapped
plants from drying out by covering the root system with mulch, wood chips, or suitable materials; water the root system and foliage as necessary. Protect plants from drying winds and sun as directed. Lift plants from the bottom only, not by stems or trunks. Plants will be rejected if the root ball is cracked or loosened.
719.05.9 Delivery and Receipt of Plant Materials : Notify the
engineer at least 48 hours before delivery of plant materials to the project. Provide an invoice for each shipment showing plant sizes and varieties in the shipment.
719.05.10 Inspection : Plant materials shall be subject to inspection
and approval at any time during the life of the contra ct. Plants will be rejected for any of the following reasons:
1.Excessive abrasions of bark; Furnish plants and trees that equal or exceed the measurements specified in the Plant List. Measure before pruning, with branches in normal position. Dimensions for height and spread refer to the main body of the plant and not from branch tip to branch tip. The determining measurements for trees shall be caliper and/or height as described in the Plant List. Measure caliper of the trunk 6 inches above the ground level for sizes up to and including 4 inches. If the caliper at 6 inches above the ground level exceeds 4 inches , the caliper should be measured at 12 inches above the ground. Trees shall have a habit of growth which is normal for the species. Furnish plants that are healthy, vigorous, and free from insects, diseases, and injuries. Do not trim or cut leaders or main branches of trees.
719.05.6 Balled and Burlapped Plants : Balled and burlapped
plants shall be dug with firm, natural balls of soil of sufficient diameter and depth to encompass the fibrous and feeding root system necessary for full recovery of the plant. Furnish balls that are firmly wrapped with burlap or similar materia l and bound with twine, cord, or wire. Water balled and burlapped plants prior to transportation and keep moist until planted.
719.05.7 Container Grown Plants : Reject container grown stock
which has become pot bound or in which the plant is out of proportion (larger) to the size of the container. Furnish stock with a fibrous, cohesive root system. Do not remove container grown plants from the container until just before planting and take care to prevent root system damage. Water container grown plants prior t o transportation and keep moist until planted.
719.05.8 Handling and Storage : Protect balled and burlapped
plants from drying out by covering the root system with mulch, wood chips, or suitable materials; water the root system and foliage as necessary. Protect plants from drying winds and sun as directed. Lift plants from the bottom only, not by stems or trunks. Plants will be rejected if the root ball is cracked or loosened.
719.05.9 Delivery and Receipt of Plant Materials : Notify the
engineer at least 48 hours before delivery of plant materials to the project. Provide an invoice for each shipment showing plant sizes and varieties in the shipment.
719.05.10 Inspection : Plant materials shall be subject to inspection
and approval at any time during the life of the contra ct. Plants will be rejected for any of the following reasons:
1.Excessive abrasions of bark; Furnish plants and trees that equal or exceed the measurements specified in the Plant List. Measure before pruning, with branches in normal position. Dimensions for height and spread refer to the main body of the plant and not from branch tip to branch tip. The determining measurements for trees shall be caliper and/or height as described in the Plant List. Measure caliper of the trunk 6 inches above the ground level for sizes up to and including 4 inches. If the caliper at 6 inches above the ground level exceeds 4 inches , the caliper should be measured at 12 inches above the ground. Trees shall have a habit of growth which is normal for the species. Furnish plants that are healthy, vigorous, and free from insects, diseases, and injuries. Do not trim or cut leaders or main branches of trees.
719.05.6 Balled and Burlapped Plants : Balled and burlapped
plants shall be dug with firm, natural balls of soil of sufficient diameter and depth to encompass the fibrous and feeding root system necessary for full recovery of the plant. Furnish balls that are firmly wrapped with burlap or similar materia l and bound with twine, cord, or wire. Water balled and burlapped plants prior to transportation and keep moist until planted.
719.05.7 Container Grown Plants : Reject container grown stock
which has become pot bound or in which the plant is out of proportion (larger) to the size of the container. Furnish stock with a fibrous, cohesive root system. Do not remove container grown plants from the container until just before planting and take care to prevent root system damage. Water container grown plants prior t o transportation and keep moist until planted.
719.05.8 Handling and Storage : Protect balled and burlapped
plants from drying out by covering the root system with mulch, wood chips, or suitable materials; water the root system and foliage as necessary. Protect plants from drying winds and sun as directed. Lift plants from the bottom only, not by stems or trunks. Plants will be rejected if the root ball is cracked or loosened.
719.05.9 Delivery and Receipt of Plant Materials : Notify the
engineer at least 48 hours before delivery of plant materials to the project. Provide an invoice for each shipment showing plant sizes and varieties in the shipment.
719.05.10 Inspection : Plant materials shall be subject to inspection
and approval at any time during the life of the contra ct. Plants will be rejected for any of the following reasons:
1.Excessive abrasions of bark;
2.Dried out root system;
3.Excessive dead wood;
4.Dried up wood;
5.Excessive sun scald injuries;
6.Undeveloped and weak top or roots;
7.Crooked or one -sided development of tops ;
8.No straight leaders on trees normally having them;
9.Broken or removed leaders;
10.Untrue types or sizes;
11.Not complying with federal and ftate laws or regulations bearing on inspection and certificates;
12.Excessively damaged soil of root balls;
13.Root balls dug f rom loose soil which will not properly ball;
14.Excessive circling roots in container grown stock; or
15.Dead plants and plants otherwise not complying with these specifications. Replace rejected material with new plant material of the same kind at no direct pay.
719.06 Construction Methods .
719.06.1 Seasonal Operations: Unless otherwise directed by the
engineer in writing, the planting season is between November 1 and April 15. Suspend work when the ambient temperature falls below 32°F, excessive wind velocity, frozen or saturated ground, or continuation of prevailing weather would likely cause unsatisfactory results. Complete planting as early as practical in the planting season. When the only landscape work on the project consists of shrub planting at dead -end road installations, perform planting at any time during the year, provided the ambient air temperature is above 32°F and weather and ground conditions are suitable for planting. Provide container grown plants at dead end road installations.
719.06.2 Pruning: If necessary, prune plant material on the project
in accordance with the plan details. Limit pruning to the removal of injured twigs and branches or as directed. Leave the normal shape of the plant intact unless otherwise directed by the Department ’s Landscape Architect. Selective pruning may be required on trees of special type or character at no direct pay.
2.Dried out root system;
3.Excessive dead wood;
4.Dried up wood;
5.Excessive sun scald injuries;
6.Undeveloped and weak top or roots;
7.Crooked or one -sided development of tops ;
8.No straight leaders on trees normally having them;
9.Broken or removed leaders;
10.Untrue types or sizes;
11.Not complying with federal and ftate laws or regulations bearing on inspection and certificates;
12.Excessively damaged soil of root balls;
13.Root balls dug f rom loose soil which will not properly ball;
14.Excessive circling roots in container grown stock; or
15.Dead plants and plants otherwise not complying with these specifications. Replace rejected material with new plant material of the same kind at no direct pay.
719.06 Construction Methods .
719.06.1 Seasonal Operations: Unless otherwise directed by the
engineer in writing, the planting season is between November 1 and April 15. Suspend work when the ambient temperature falls below 32°F, excessive wind velocity, frozen or saturated ground, or continuation of prevailing weather would likely cause unsatisfactory results. Complete planting as early as practical in the planting season. When the only landscape work on the project consists of shrub planting at dead -end road installations, perform planting at any time during the year, provided the ambient air temperature is above 32°F and weather and ground conditions are suitable for planting. Provide container grown plants at dead end road installations.
719.06.2 Pruning: If necessary, prune plant material on the project
in accordance with the plan details. Limit pruning to the removal of injured twigs and branches or as directed. Leave the normal shape of the plant intact unless otherwise directed by the Department ’s Landscape Architect. Selective pruning may be required on trees of special type or character at no direct pay.
2.Dried out root system;
3.Excessive dead wood;
4.Dried up wood;
5.Excessive sun scald injuries;
6.Undeveloped and weak top or roots;
7.Crooked or one -sided development of tops ;
8.No straight leaders on trees normally having them;
9.Broken or removed leaders;
10.Untrue types or sizes;
11.Not complying with federal and ftate laws or regulations bearing on inspection and certificates;
12.Excessively damaged soil of root balls;
13.Root balls dug f rom loose soil which will not properly ball;
14.Excessive circling roots in container grown stock; or
15.Dead plants and plants otherwise not complying with these specifications. Replace rejected material with new plant material of the same kind at no direct pay.
719.06 Construction Methods .
719.06.1 Seasonal Operations: Unless otherwise directed by the
engineer in writing, the planting season is between November 1 and April 15. Suspend work when the ambient temperature falls below 32°F, excessive wind velocity, frozen or saturated ground, or continuation of prevailing weather would likely cause unsatisfactory results. Complete planting as early as practical in the planting season. When the only landscape work on the project consists of shrub planting at dead -end road installations, perform planting at any time during the year, provided the ambient air temperature is above 32°F and weather and ground conditions are suitable for planting. Provide container grown plants at dead end road installations.
719.06.2 Pruning: If necessary, prune plant material on the project
in accordance with the plan details. Limit pruning to the removal of injured twigs and branches or as directed. Leave the normal shape of the plant intact unless otherwise directed by the Department ’s Landscape Architect. Selective pruning may be required on trees of special type or character at no direct pay.
2.Dried out root system;
3.Excessive dead wood;
4.Dried up wood;
5.Excessive sun scald injuries;
6.Undeveloped and weak top or roots;
7.Crooked or one -sided development of tops ;
8.No straight leaders on trees normally having them;
9.Broken or removed leaders;
10.Untrue types or sizes;
11.Not complying with federal and ftate laws or regulations bearing on inspection and certificates;
12.Excessively damaged soil of root balls;
13.Root balls dug f rom loose soil which will not properly ball;
14.Excessive circling roots in container grown stock; or
15.Dead plants and plants otherwise not complying with these specifications. Replace rejected material with new plant material of the same kind at no direct pay.
719.06 Construction Methods .
719.06.1 Seasonal Operations: Unless otherwise directed by the
engineer in writing, the planting season is between November 1 and April 15. Suspend work when the ambient temperature falls below 32°F, excessive wind velocity, frozen or saturated ground, or continuation of prevailing weather would likely cause unsatisfactory results. Complete planting as early as practical in the planting season. When the only landscape work on the project consists of shrub planting at dead -end road installations, perform planting at any time during the year, provided the ambient air temperature is above 32°F and weather and ground conditions are suitable for planting. Provide container grown plants at dead end road installations.
719.06.2 Pruning: If necessary, prune plant material on the project
in accordance with the plan details. Limit pruning to the removal of injured twigs and branches or as directed. Leave the normal shape of the plant intact unless otherwise directed by the Department ’s Landscape Architect. Selective pruning may be required on trees of special type or character at no direct pay.
719.06.3 Soil Testing: Obtain the services of an established soil
testing entity to coordinate soil sampling, perform testing and analyses, and prepare recommendations for materials and procedures to be used during the pre-planting phase. When practical, perform soil testing early enough to permit agricultural lime or other additives (if required) to be applied sufficiently in advance of planting so that the soil pH adjustment will occur before planting. Test and analyze samples to determine pH and fertility conditions. Use the test results and recommendations to determine the quantities of agricultural lime and fertilizer required for pre-planting applications. Consider probable time of application when recommending agricultural lime. Furnish a copy of the test report with recommendations to the engineer. Testing will be at no direct pay.
719.06.4 Location of Plants : Locate plants in accordance with
plans or as directed by the engineer or landscape architect.
719.06.5 Setting Individual Plants Not in Beds :
Dig the planting -hole three times the width of the root ball of the plant. Make the sides of the planting -hole slope away from the cente r of the hole so as to resemble a shallow bowl. Loosen any smooth sides and hardpan to a depth as required below the bottom of the hole or to such depth that any moisture is allowed to move freely. Build a mound in the center of the plant hole with excav ated material for the plant to sit on. Set plants plumb and at such level that, after settlement, a normal relationship of the root crown of the plant with the ground surface will be established. Plant trees so that the trunk flare is partially visible. Removing soil from the top of the root ball to find the trunk may be required. Place each plant in the center of the planting hole. When plants are set, tamp backfill soil under and around the base of each root mass to fill all voids. Plant in backfill soil complying with
719.03.2 Thoroughly settle backfill by watering and tamping to minimize
settling and leaning of plant material. Stake plants 6 feet tall and greater in accordance with applicable nursery practices or as shown on any details provided. Locate all staking materials within the saucer. The cost of staking is included in the cost of the individual plants not in a bed. Maintain all plant material in a vertical position for the contract period. On balled and burlapped stock, prior to backfilling, cut and remove all wire or cord from the root balls and stems . Remove the burlap from the root ball and plant hole. On container grown stock, remove the container, scarify, and spread circling roots horizontally before backfilling. Backfill soil, mulch, and staking are included in the cost of individual plants no t in beds. Notify the engineer in writing of any problems before installing the trees.
719.06.3 Soil Testing: Obtain the services of an established soil
testing entity to coordinate soil sampling, perform testing and analyses, and prepare recommendations for materials and procedures to be used during the pre-planting phase. When practical, perform soil testing early enough to permit agricultural lime or other additives (if required) to be applied sufficiently in advance of planting so that the soil pH adjustment will occur before planting. Test and analyze samples to determine pH and fertility conditions. Use the test results and recommendations to determine the quantities of agricultural lime and fertilizer required for pre-planting applications. Consider probable time of application when recommending agricultural lime. Furnish a copy of the test report with recommendations to the engineer. Testing will be at no direct pay.
719.06.4 Location of Plants : Locate plants in accordance with
plans or as directed by the engineer or landscape architect.
719.06.5 Setting Individual Plants Not in Beds :
Dig the planting -hole three times the width of the root ball of the plant. Make the sides of the planting -hole slope away from the cente r of the hole so as to resemble a shallow bowl. Loosen any smooth sides and hardpan to a depth as required below the bottom of the hole or to such depth that any moisture is allowed to move freely. Build a mound in the center of the plant hole with excav ated material for the plant to sit on. Set plants plumb and at such level that, after settlement, a normal relationship of the root crown of the plant with the ground surface will be established. Plant trees so that the trunk flare is partially visible. Removing soil from the top of the root ball to find the trunk may be required. Place each plant in the center of the planting hole. When plants are set, tamp backfill soil under and around the base of each root mass to fill all voids. Plant in backfill soil complying with
719.03.2 Thoroughly settle backfill by watering and tamping to minimize
settling and leaning of plant material. Stake plants 6 feet tall and greater in accordance with applicable nursery practices or as shown on any details provided. Locate all staking materials within the saucer. The cost of staking is included in the cost of the individual plants not in a bed. Maintain all plant material in a vertical position for the contract period. On balled and burlapped stock, prior to backfilling, cut and remove all wire or cord from the root balls and stems . Remove the burlap from the root ball and plant hole. On container grown stock, remove the container, scarify, and spread circling roots horizontally before backfilling. Backfill soil, mulch, and staking are included in the cost of individual plants no t in beds. Notify the engineer in writing of any problems before installing the trees.
719.06.3 Soil Testing: Obtain the services of an established soil
testing entity to coordinate soil sampling, perform testing and analyses, and prepare recommendations for materials and procedures to be used during the pre-planting phase. When practical, perform soil testing early enough to permit agricultural lime or other additives (if required) to be applied sufficiently in advance of planting so that the soil pH adjustment will occur before planting. Test and analyze samples to determine pH and fertility conditions. Use the test results and recommendations to determine the quantities of agricultural lime and fertilizer required for pre-planting applications. Consider probable time of application when recommending agricultural lime. Furnish a copy of the test report with recommendations to the engineer. Testing will be at no direct pay.
719.06.4 Location of Plants : Locate plants in accordance with
plans or as directed by the engineer or landscape architect.
719.06.5 Setting Individual Plants Not in Beds :
Dig the planting -hole three times the width of the root ball of the plant. Make the sides of the planting -hole slope away from the cente r of the hole so as to resemble a shallow bowl. Loosen any smooth sides and hardpan to a depth as required below the bottom of the hole or to such depth that any moisture is allowed to move freely. Build a mound in the center of the plant hole with excav ated material for the plant to sit on. Set plants plumb and at such level that, after settlement, a normal relationship of the root crown of the plant with the ground surface will be established. Plant trees so that the trunk flare is partially visible. Removing soil from the top of the root ball to find the trunk may be required. Place each plant in the center of the planting hole. When plants are set, tamp backfill soil under and around the base of each root mass to fill all voids. Plant in backfill soil complying with
719.03.2 Thoroughly settle backfill by watering and tamping to minimize
settling and leaning of plant material. Stake plants 6 feet tall and greater in accordance with applicable nursery practices or as shown on any details provided. Locate all staking materials within the saucer. The cost of staking is included in the cost of the individual plants not in a bed. Maintain all plant material in a vertical position for the contract period. On balled and burlapped stock, prior to backfilling, cut and remove all wire or cord from the root balls and stems . Remove the burlap from the root ball and plant hole. On container grown stock, remove the container, scarify, and spread circling roots horizontally before backfilling. Backfill soil, mulch, and staking are included in the cost of individual plants no t in beds. Notify the engineer in writing of any problems before installing the trees.
719.06.3 Soil Testing: Obtain the services of an established soil
testing entity to coordinate soil sampling, perform testing and analyses, and prepare recommendations for materials and procedures to be used during the pre-planting phase. When practical, perform soil testing early enough to permit agricultural lime or other additives (if required) to be applied sufficiently in advance of planting so that the soil pH adjustment will occur before planting. Test and analyze samples to determine pH and fertility conditions. Use the test results and recommendations to determine the quantities of agricultural lime and fertilizer required for pre-planting applications. Consider probable time of application when recommending agricultural lime. Furnish a copy of the test report with recommendations to the engineer. Testing will be at no direct pay.
719.06.4 Location of Plants : Locate plants in accordance with
plans or as directed by the engineer or landscape architect.
719.06.5 Setting Individual Plants Not in Beds :
Dig the planting -hole three times the width of the root ball of the plant. Make the sides of the planting -hole slope away from the cente r of the hole so as to resemble a shallow bowl. Loosen any smooth sides and hardpan to a depth as required below the bottom of the hole or to such depth that any moisture is allowed to move freely. Build a mound in the center of the plant hole with excav ated material for the plant to sit on. Set plants plumb and at such level that, after settlement, a normal relationship of the root crown of the plant with the ground surface will be established. Plant trees so that the trunk flare is partially visible. Removing soil from the top of the root ball to find the trunk may be required. Place each plant in the center of the planting hole. When plants are set, tamp backfill soil under and around the base of each root mass to fill all voids. Plant in backfill soil complying with
719.03.2 Thoroughly settle backfill by watering and tamping to minimize
settling and leaning of plant material. Stake plants 6 feet tall and greater in accordance with applicable nursery practices or as shown on any details provided. Locate all staking materials within the saucer. The cost of staking is included in the cost of the individual plants not in a bed. Maintain all plant material in a vertical position for the contract period. On balled and burlapped stock, prior to backfilling, cut and remove all wire or cord from the root balls and stems . Remove the burlap from the root ball and plant hole. On container grown stock, remove the container, scarify, and spread circling roots horizontally before backfilling. Backfill soil, mulch, and staking are included in the cost of individual plants no t in beds. Notify the engineer in writing of any problems before installing the trees. After planting has been completed, form a saucer using excavated material around each plant as shown in the planting details. Extend saucers to the limits of the planting holes for trees and shrubs. No saucers are required in areas of bed preparation. Shrubs in lines or groups may share a common saucer around their perimeter .
719.06.6 Setting Individual Plants (Bed Preparation Mulch
Beds) : A mulch bed surrounds individ ual plants planted in a mass. A mulch bed does not contain bed preparation materials from Table 719-1. The bed shape shall be approved by the engineer. All grass and weeds shall be removed mechanically or by chemical means and all debris shall be remove d from the area. Soil shall be loosened and lumps broken to a minimum depth of 6 inches within the mulch bed area. After individual plantings have been completed, a saucer shall be formed using excavated material around each plant as shown in the plantin g details or they may share a common saucer around their perimeter. The area shall be treated with an approved pre -emergence herbicide in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and a trench shall be created around the perimeter in an aesthetic ally pleasing form separating the grass and bed areas prior to placing mulch. The cost of the top dress mulch used in a mulch bed is paid under the top dressing mulch item.
719.06.7 Fertilizer : Furnish and place either granular or tablet
commercial fertilizer at the specified rate in accordance with this section and 718.03.1 . Mix fertilizer with backfill soil before backfilling. Equally place the recommended amount of fertilizer tablets in the upper 2 inches of backfill soil, 2 inches from the root ball, or in ac cordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Use fertilizer tablets in individual plant holes, separate from bed areas. After the tree or shrub has been placed, apply the manufacturer’ s prescribed amount and spacing of tablets for the specified plant size.
719.06.8 Agricultural Lime : Furnish and place agricultural lime in
accordance with Section 718 to adjust the soil pH.
719.06.9 Backfilling : Take care in placing backfill along the sides
and over the root mass of plants. Place backfill to three -quarters the depth of the ball on the sides and water uniformly on the sides of the root mass to allow settlement of the plant. Straighten, raise, or replant plants that settle or lean before or after watering. Spread excavated material not used as backfill or for saucers on areas of the project as directed or dispose of in accordance with 202.02 . After planting has been completed, form a saucer using excavated material around each plant as shown in the planting details. Extend saucers to the limits of the planting holes for trees and shrubs. No saucers are required in areas of bed preparation. Shrubs in lines or groups may share a common saucer around their perimeter .
719.06.6 Setting Individual Plants (Bed Preparation Mulch
Beds) : A mulch bed surrounds individ ual plants planted in a mass. A mulch bed does not contain bed preparation materials from Table 719-1. The bed shape shall be approved by the engineer. All grass and weeds shall be removed mechanically or by chemical means and all debris shall be remove d from the area. Soil shall be loosened and lumps broken to a minimum depth of 6 inches within the mulch bed area. After individual plantings have been completed, a saucer shall be formed using excavated material around each plant as shown in the plantin g details or they may share a common saucer around their perimeter. The area shall be treated with an approved pre -emergence herbicide in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and a trench shall be created around the perimeter in an aesthetic ally pleasing form separating the grass and bed areas prior to placing mulch. The cost of the top dress mulch used in a mulch bed is paid under the top dressing mulch item.
719.06.7 Fertilizer : Furnish and place either granular or tablet
commercial fertilizer at the specified rate in accordance with this section and 718.03.1 . Mix fertilizer with backfill soil before backfilling. Equally place the recommended amount of fertilizer tablets in the upper 2 inches of backfill soil, 2 inches from the root ball, or in ac cordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Use fertilizer tablets in individual plant holes, separate from bed areas. After the tree or shrub has been placed, apply the manufacturer’ s prescribed amount and spacing of tablets for the specified plant size.
719.06.8 Agricultural Lime : Furnish and place agricultural lime in
accordance with Section 718 to adjust the soil pH.
719.06.9 Backfilling : Take care in placing backfill along the sides
and over the root mass of plants. Place backfill to three -quarters the depth of the ball on the sides and water uniformly on the sides of the root mass to allow settlement of the plant. Straighten, raise, or replant plants that settle or lean before or after watering. Spread excavated material not used as backfill or for saucers on areas of the project as directed or dispose of in accordance with 202.02 . After planting has been completed, form a saucer using excavated material around each plant as shown in the planting details. Extend saucers to the limits of the planting holes for trees and shrubs. No saucers are required in areas of bed preparation. Shrubs in lines or groups may share a common saucer around their perimeter .
719.06.6 Setting Individual Plants (Bed Preparation Mulch
Beds) : A mulch bed surrounds individ ual plants planted in a mass. A mulch bed does not contain bed preparation materials from Table 719-1. The bed shape shall be approved by the engineer. All grass and weeds shall be removed mechanically or by chemical means and all debris shall be remove d from the area. Soil shall be loosened and lumps broken to a minimum depth of 6 inches within the mulch bed area. After individual plantings have been completed, a saucer shall be formed using excavated material around each plant as shown in the plantin g details or they may share a common saucer around their perimeter. The area shall be treated with an approved pre -emergence herbicide in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and a trench shall be created around the perimeter in an aesthetic ally pleasing form separating the grass and bed areas prior to placing mulch. The cost of the top dress mulch used in a mulch bed is paid under the top dressing mulch item.
719.06.7 Fertilizer : Furnish and place either granular or tablet
commercial fertilizer at the specified rate in accordance with this section and 718.03.1 . Mix fertilizer with backfill soil before backfilling. Equally place the recommended amount of fertilizer tablets in the upper 2 inches of backfill soil, 2 inches from the root ball, or in ac cordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Use fertilizer tablets in individual plant holes, separate from bed areas. After the tree or shrub has been placed, apply the manufacturer’ s prescribed amount and spacing of tablets for the specified plant size.
719.06.8 Agricultural Lime : Furnish and place agricultural lime in
accordance with Section 718 to adjust the soil pH.
719.06.9 Backfilling : Take care in placing backfill along the sides
and over the root mass of plants. Place backfill to three -quarters the depth of the ball on the sides and water uniformly on the sides of the root mass to allow settlement of the plant. Straighten, raise, or replant plants that settle or lean before or after watering. Spread excavated material not used as backfill or for saucers on areas of the project as directed or dispose of in accordance with 202.02 . After planting has been completed, form a saucer using excavated material around each plant as shown in the planting details. Extend saucers to the limits of the planting holes for trees and shrubs. No saucers are required in areas of bed preparation. Shrubs in lines or groups may share a common saucer around their perimeter .
719.06.6 Setting Individual Plants (Bed Preparation Mulch
Beds) : A mulch bed surrounds individ ual plants planted in a mass. A mulch bed does not contain bed preparation materials from Table 719-1. The bed shape shall be approved by the engineer. All grass and weeds shall be removed mechanically or by chemical means and all debris shall be remove d from the area. Soil shall be loosened and lumps broken to a minimum depth of 6 inches within the mulch bed area. After individual plantings have been completed, a saucer shall be formed using excavated material around each plant as shown in the plantin g details or they may share a common saucer around their perimeter. The area shall be treated with an approved pre -emergence herbicide in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and a trench shall be created around the perimeter in an aesthetic ally pleasing form separating the grass and bed areas prior to placing mulch. The cost of the top dress mulch used in a mulch bed is paid under the top dressing mulch item.
719.06.7 Fertilizer : Furnish and place either granular or tablet
commercial fertilizer at the specified rate in accordance with this section and 718.03.1 . Mix fertilizer with backfill soil before backfilling. Equally place the recommended amount of fertilizer tablets in the upper 2 inches of backfill soil, 2 inches from the root ball, or in ac cordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Use fertilizer tablets in individual plant holes, separate from bed areas. After the tree or shrub has been placed, apply the manufacturer’ s prescribed amount and spacing of tablets for the specified plant size.
719.06.8 Agricultural Lime : Furnish and place agricultural lime in
accordance with Section 718 to adjust the soil pH.
719.06.9 Backfilling : Take care in placing backfill along the sides
and over the root mass of plants. Place backfill to three -quarters the depth of the ball on the sides and water uniformly on the sides of the root mass to allow settlement of the plant. Straighten, raise, or replant plants that settle or lean before or after watering. Spread excavated material not used as backfill or for saucers on areas of the project as directed or dispose of in accordance with 202.02 . After planting has been completed, form a saucer using excavated material around each plant as shown in the planting details. Extend saucers to the limits of the planting holes for trees and shrubs. No saucers are required in areas of bed preparation. Shrubs in lines or groups may share a common saucer around their perimeter .
719.06.6 Setting Individual Plants (Bed Preparation Mulch
Beds) : A mulch bed surrounds individ ual plants planted in a mass. A mulch bed does not contain bed preparation materials from Table 719-1. The bed shape shall be approved by the engineer. All grass and weeds shall be removed mechanically or by chemical means and all debris shall be remove d from the area. Soil shall be loosened and lumps broken to a minimum depth of 6 inches within the mulch bed area. After individual plantings have been completed, a saucer shall be formed using excavated material around each plant as shown in the plantin g details or they may share a common saucer around their perimeter. The area shall be treated with an approved pre -emergence herbicide in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and a trench shall be created around the perimeter in an aesthetic ally pleasing form separating the grass and bed areas prior to placing mulch. The cost of the top dress mulch used in a mulch bed is paid under the top dressing mulch item.
719.06.7 Fertilizer : Furnish and place either granular or tablet
commercial fertilizer at the specified rate in accordance with this section and 718.03.1 . Mix fertilizer with backfill soil before backfilling. Equally place the recommended amount of fertilizer tablets in the upper 2 inches of backfill soil, 2 inches from the root ball, or in ac cordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Use fertilizer tablets in individual plant holes, separate from bed areas. After the tree or shrub has been placed, apply the manufacturer’ s prescribed amount and spacing of tablets for the specified plant size.
719.06.8 Agricultural Lime : Furnish and place agricultural lime in
accordance with Section 718 to adjust the soil pH.
719.06.9 Backfilling : Take care in placing backfill along the sides
and over the root mass of plants. Place backfill to three -quarters the depth of the ball on the sides and water uniformly on the sides of the root mass to allow settlement of the plant. Straighten, raise, or replant plants that settle or lean before or after watering. Spread excavated material not used as backfill or for saucers on areas of the project as directed or dispose of in accordance with 202.02 .
719.06.10 Water : Furnish and apply water in sufficient quantities for
proper irrigation of the plants at no direct pay.
719.06.11 Bed Preparation : The bed shape shall be approved by
the engineer. Remove grass, weeds, sticks, roots, stones, and other debris from the planting bed. Treat the planting bed with an approved pre - emergence herbicide in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Roto -till the planting bed to the specified depth and add the materials of Table 719-1. Mix water management gel and mycorrhizal inoculant into the top 4 inches of soil at the rate recommended by the manufacturer prior to planting or seedi ng. Spread the bed preparation material over the bed area, then rake or roto -till into the soil to produce a uniformly mixed layer. Table 719-1 Bed Preparation Material Material Per 1000 Sq Ft Mortar Sand 3 cubic yards Peat Moss 3 cubic yards Manure 3 cubic yards Pine Bark 7 cubic yards Fertilizer 8-8-8 (Or Other Balanced Equivalent At Proportional Rates) 25 pounds Mycorrhizal Inoculant per manufacturer Water Management Gel per manufacturer Create a trench around the entire bed. Build all beds as “raised” beds. Rake beds smooth and remove dirt lumps, stones, sticks, grass, and other foreign matter. Finish grades of bed trenches next to walks or buildings shall be from 1 to 2 inches below finish grade of adjoining surfaces unless otherwise shown on the plans or as directed.
719.06.12 Mulching : Place mulch uniformly to the specified depth
on and within the planting saucers and bed areas, then water. Avoid placing mulch directly against the trunks of trees and the stems of shrubs. Do not mulch individual plants not in beds more than 3 inches deep.
719.06.13 Weeding : Remove weeds from bed areas, the planting
basin of each plant and groups of plants, and the saucer. Mow for a radial distance of 5 feet around individual plants not i n beds. Cut the grass in the
719.06.10 Water : Furnish and apply water in sufficient quantities for
proper irrigation of the plants at no direct pay.
719.06.11 Bed Preparation : The bed shape shall be approved by
the engineer. Remove grass, weeds, sticks, roots, stones, and other debris from the planting bed. Treat the planting bed with an approved pre - emergence herbicide in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Roto -till the planting bed to the specified depth and add the materials of Table 719-1. Mix water management gel and mycorrhizal inoculant into the top 4 inches of soil at the rate recommended by the manufacturer prior to planting or seedi ng. Spread the bed preparation material over the bed area, then rake or roto -till into the soil to produce a uniformly mixed layer. Table 719-1 Bed Preparation Material Material Per 1000 Sq Ft Mortar Sand 3 cubic yards Peat Moss 3 cubic yards Manure 3 cubic yards Pine Bark 7 cubic yards Fertilizer 8-8-8 (Or Other Balanced Equivalent At Proportional Rates) 25 pounds Mycorrhizal Inoculant per manufacturer Water Management Gel per manufacturer Create a trench around the entire bed. Build all beds as “raised” beds. Rake beds smooth and remove dirt lumps, stones, sticks, grass, and other foreign matter. Finish grades of bed trenches next to walks or buildings shall be from 1 to 2 inches below finish grade of adjoining surfaces unless otherwise shown on the plans or as directed.
719.06.12 Mulching : Place mulch uniformly to the specified depth
on and within the planting saucers and bed areas, then water. Avoid placing mulch directly against the trunks of trees and the stems of shrubs. Do not mulch individual plants not in beds more than 3 inches deep.
719.06.13 Weeding : Remove weeds from bed areas, the planting
basin of each plant and groups of plants, and the saucer. Mow for a radial distance of 5 feet around individual plants not i n beds. Cut the grass in the
719.06.10 Water : Furnish and apply water in sufficient quantities for
proper irrigation of the plants at no direct pay.
719.06.11 Bed Preparation : The bed shape shall be approved by
the engineer. Remove grass, weeds, sticks, roots, stones, and other debris from the planting bed. Treat the planting bed with an approved pre - emergence herbicide in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Roto -till the planting bed to the specified depth and add the materials of Table 719-1. Mix water management gel and mycorrhizal inoculant into the top 4 inches of soil at the rate recommended by the manufacturer prior to planting or seedi ng. Spread the bed preparation material over the bed area, then rake or roto -till into the soil to produce a uniformly mixed layer. Table 719-1 Bed Preparation Material Material Per 1000 Sq Ft Mortar Sand 3 cubic yards Peat Moss 3 cubic yards Manure 3 cubic yards Pine Bark 7 cubic yards Fertilizer 8-8-8 (Or Other Balanced Equivalent At Proportional Rates) 25 pounds Mycorrhizal Inoculant per manufacturer Water Management Gel per manufacturer Create a trench around the entire bed. Build all beds as “raised” beds. Rake beds smooth and remove dirt lumps, stones, sticks, grass, and other foreign matter. Finish grades of bed trenches next to walks or buildings shall be from 1 to 2 inches below finish grade of adjoining surfaces unless otherwise shown on the plans or as directed.
719.06.12 Mulching : Place mulch uniformly to the specified depth
on and within the planting saucers and bed areas, then water. Avoid placing mulch directly against the trunks of trees and the stems of shrubs. Do not mulch individual plants not in beds more than 3 inches deep.
719.06.13 Weeding : Remove weeds from bed areas, the planting
basin of each plant and groups of plants, and the saucer. Mow for a radial distance of 5 feet around individual plants not i n beds. Cut the grass in the
719.06.10 Water : Furnish and apply water in sufficient quantities for
proper irrigation of the plants at no direct pay.
719.06.11 Bed Preparation : The bed shape shall be approved by
the engineer. Remove grass, weeds, sticks, roots, stones, and other debris from the planting bed. Treat the planting bed with an approved pre - emergence herbicide in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Roto -till the planting bed to the specified depth and add the materials of Table 719-1. Mix water management gel and mycorrhizal inoculant into the top 4 inches of soil at the rate recommended by the manufacturer prior to planting or seedi ng. Spread the bed preparation material over the bed area, then rake or roto -till into the soil to produce a uniformly mixed layer. Table 719-1 Bed Preparation Material Material Per 1000 Sq Ft Mortar Sand 3 cubic yards Peat Moss 3 cubic yards Manure 3 cubic yards Pine Bark 7 cubic yards Fertilizer 8-8-8 (Or Other Balanced Equivalent At Proportional Rates) 25 pounds Mycorrhizal Inoculant per manufacturer Water Management Gel per manufacturer Create a trench around the entire bed. Build all beds as “raised” beds. Rake beds smooth and remove dirt lumps, stones, sticks, grass, and other foreign matter. Finish grades of bed trenches next to walks or buildings shall be from 1 to 2 inches below finish grade of adjoining surfaces unless otherwise shown on the plans or as directed.
719.06.12 Mulching : Place mulch uniformly to the specified depth
on and within the planting saucers and bed areas, then water. Avoid placing mulch directly against the trunks of trees and the stems of shrubs. Do not mulch individual plants not in beds more than 3 inches deep.
719.06.13 Weeding : Remove weeds from bed areas, the planting
basin of each plant and groups of plants, and the saucer. Mow for a radial distance of 5 feet around individual plants not i n beds. Cut the grass in the
719.06.10 Water : Furnish and apply water in sufficient quantities for
proper irrigation of the plants at no direct pay.
719.06.11 Bed Preparation : The bed shape shall be approved by
the engineer. Remove grass, weeds, sticks, roots, stones, and other debris from the planting bed. Treat the planting bed with an approved pre - emergence herbicide in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Roto -till the planting bed to the specified depth and add the materials of Table 719-1. Mix water management gel and mycorrhizal inoculant into the top 4 inches of soil at the rate recommended by the manufacturer prior to planting or seedi ng. Spread the bed preparation material over the bed area, then rake or roto -till into the soil to produce a uniformly mixed layer. Table 719-1 Bed Preparation Material Material Per 1000 Sq Ft Mortar Sand 3 cubic yards Peat Moss 3 cubic yards Manure 3 cubic yards Pine Bark 7 cubic yards Fertilizer 8-8-8 (Or Other Balanced Equivalent At Proportional Rates) 25 pounds Mycorrhizal Inoculant per manufacturer Water Management Gel per manufacturer Create a trench around the entire bed. Build all beds as “raised” beds. Rake beds smooth and remove dirt lumps, stones, sticks, grass, and other foreign matter. Finish grades of bed trenches next to walks or buildings shall be from 1 to 2 inches below finish grade of adjoining surfaces unless otherwise shown on the plans or as directed.
719.06.12 Mulching : Place mulch uniformly to the specified depth
on and within the planting saucers and bed areas, then water. Avoid placing mulch directly against the trunks of trees and the stems of shrubs. Do not mulch individual plants not in beds more than 3 inches deep.
719.06.13 Weeding : Remove weeds from bed areas, the planting
basin of each plant and groups of plants, and the saucer. Mow for a radial distance of 5 feet around individual plants not i n beds. Cut the grass in the 10-foot circle to a satisfactory height. Use selective herbicides when approved by the District Roadside Development Coordinator. Contact -type herbicides shall be compatible with plant material. Weed as directed to maintain a neat appearance throughout the period of establishment and replacement.
719.07 Period of Establishm Ent and Replacement.
Upon completion of planting, and provided that all plants are in place, living, and conforming to these specifications, this portion of the contract will be given provisional acceptance.
719.07.1 Period of Establishment : Care for planted and mulched
areas for a period of establishment, which shall be one full growing season, after provisional acceptance is made. A full growing season shall begi n April 16 and extend one full year until April 15 of the next year. Complete planting any time during the planting season specified in 719.06.1 . If planting is completed prior to April 16, the growing season shall begin at provisional acceptance and extend to April 15 of the following year. Any extension of the planting s eason past April 15 shall result in an extension of the period of establishment to October 31 of the following year. During this period of establishment, preserve plants in a healthy, growing condition. Such plant establishment work shall include cultiva tion, weeding, watering, pruning, controlling insects, pests, disease, and other work determined necessary by the engineer to ensure healthy plant growth. Contact the engineer every week and outline activities which will be performed on the project. Failure to contact the engineer weekly and perfor m activities will result in a 1 percent reduction of the landscape contract amount, for each week of noncompliance before final payment. Weed in the vicinity of plants, place mulch, and water the plants as required. During the period of establishment, maintain a neat and clean appearance of planting areas.
719.07.2 Replacement : Remove and replace plants that show signs
of failure to grow at any time, or which are so injured or damaged as to render them unsuitable for the purpose intended, as determined by the engineer after consultation with the Department’s Landscape Architect. Unless otherwise directed by the engineer, replace unsuitable plants within 15 calendar days after the engineer marks or otherwise indic ates that the plants shall be replaced. Failure to comply in the time allotted will result in having the costs of these replacement plants deducted from the contract 10-foot circle to a satisfactory height. Use selective herbicides when approved by the District Roadside Development Coordinator. Contact -type herbicides shall be compatible with plant material. Weed as directed to maintain a neat appearance throughout the period of establishment and replacement.
719.07 Period of Establishm Ent and Replacement.
Upon completion of planting, and provided that all plants are in place, living, and conforming to these specifications, this portion of the contract will be given provisional acceptance.
719.07.1 Period of Establishment : Care for planted and mulched
areas for a period of establishment, which shall be one full growing season, after provisional acceptance is made. A full growing season shall begi n April 16 and extend one full year until April 15 of the next year. Complete planting any time during the planting season specified in 719.06.1 . If planting is completed prior to April 16, the growing season shall begin at provisional acceptance and extend to April 15 of the following year. Any extension of the planting s eason past April 15 shall result in an extension of the period of establishment to October 31 of the following year. During this period of establishment, preserve plants in a healthy, growing condition. Such plant establishment work shall include cultiva tion, weeding, watering, pruning, controlling insects, pests, disease, and other work determined necessary by the engineer to ensure healthy plant growth. Contact the engineer every week and outline activities which will be performed on the project. Failure to contact the engineer weekly and perfor m activities will result in a 1 percent reduction of the landscape contract amount, for each week of noncompliance before final payment. Weed in the vicinity of plants, place mulch, and water the plants as required. During the period of establishment, maintain a neat and clean appearance of planting areas.
719.07.2 Replacement : Remove and replace plants that show signs
of failure to grow at any time, or which are so injured or damaged as to render them unsuitable for the purpose intended, as determined by the engineer after consultation with the Department’s Landscape Architect. Unless otherwise directed by the engineer, replace unsuitable plants within 15 calendar days after the engineer marks or otherwise indic ates that the plants shall be replaced. Failure to comply in the time allotted will result in having the costs of these replacement plants deducted from the contract 10-foot circle to a satisfactory height. Use selective herbicides when approved by the District Roadside Development Coordinator. Contact -type herbicides shall be compatible with plant material. Weed as directed to maintain a neat appearance throughout the period of establishment and replacement.
719.07 Period of Establishm Ent and Replacement.
Upon completion of planting, and provided that all plants are in place, living, and conforming to these specifications, this portion of the contract will be given provisional acceptance.
719.07.1 Period of Establishment : Care for planted and mulched
areas for a period of establishment, which shall be one full growing season, after provisional acceptance is made. A full growing season shall begi n April 16 and extend one full year until April 15 of the next year. Complete planting any time during the planting season specified in 719.06.1 . If planting is completed prior to April 16, the growing season shall begin at provisional acceptance and extend to April 15 of the following year. Any extension of the planting s eason past April 15 shall result in an extension of the period of establishment to October 31 of the following year. During this period of establishment, preserve plants in a healthy, growing condition. Such plant establishment work shall include cultiva tion, weeding, watering, pruning, controlling insects, pests, disease, and other work determined necessary by the engineer to ensure healthy plant growth. Contact the engineer every week and outline activities which will be performed on the project. Failure to contact the engineer weekly and perfor m activities will result in a 1 percent reduction of the landscape contract amount, for each week of noncompliance before final payment. Weed in the vicinity of plants, place mulch, and water the plants as required. During the period of establishment, maintain a neat and clean appearance of planting areas.
719.07.2 Replacement : Remove and replace plants that show signs
of failure to grow at any time, or which are so injured or damaged as to render them unsuitable for the purpose intended, as determined by the engineer after consultation with the Department’s Landscape Architect. Unless otherwise directed by the engineer, replace unsuitable plants within 15 calendar days after the engineer marks or otherwise indic ates that the plants shall be replaced. Failure to comply in the time allotted will result in having the costs of these replacement plants deducted from the contract 10-foot circle to a satisfactory height. Use selective herbicides when approved by the District Roadside Development Coordinator. Contact -type herbicides shall be compatible with plant material. Weed as directed to maintain a neat appearance throughout the period of establishment and replacement.
719.07 Period of Establishm Ent and Replacement.
Upon completion of planting, and provided that all plants are in place, living, and conforming to these specifications, this portion of the contract will be given provisional acceptance.
719.07.1 Period of Establishment : Care for planted and mulched
areas for a period of establishment, which shall be one full growing season, after provisional acceptance is made. A full growing season shall begi n April 16 and extend one full year until April 15 of the next year. Complete planting any time during the planting season specified in 719.06.1 . If planting is completed prior to April 16, the growing season shall begin at provisional acceptance and extend to April 15 of the following year. Any extension of the planting s eason past April 15 shall result in an extension of the period of establishment to October 31 of the following year. During this period of establishment, preserve plants in a healthy, growing condition. Such plant establishment work shall include cultiva tion, weeding, watering, pruning, controlling insects, pests, disease, and other work determined necessary by the engineer to ensure healthy plant growth. Contact the engineer every week and outline activities which will be performed on the project. Failure to contact the engineer weekly and perfor m activities will result in a 1 percent reduction of the landscape contract amount, for each week of noncompliance before final payment. Weed in the vicinity of plants, place mulch, and water the plants as required. During the period of establishment, maintain a neat and clean appearance of planting areas.
719.07.2 Replacement : Remove and replace plants that show signs
of failure to grow at any time, or which are so injured or damaged as to render them unsuitable for the purpose intended, as determined by the engineer after consultation with the Department’s Landscape Architect. Unless otherwise directed by the engineer, replace unsuitable plants within 15 calendar days after the engineer marks or otherwise indic ates that the plants shall be replaced. Failure to comply in the time allotted will result in having the costs of these replacement plants deducted from the contract amount upon final payment, but the contractor shall remain liable for the original contra ct specifications. When replacing plants, comply with the spacing and size requirements originally specified for the plants being replaced. Use the same species for replacement ground cover plants as originally specified for the ground cover being replaced. Other replacement plants shall be the same species as the plants being replaced unless the engineer, after consultation with the Department’ s Landscape Architect, approves the substitution of alternative species of plants in accordance with the provisions in this subsection. Furnish and install replacement plants at no cost to the Department.
719.07.3 Semifinal Inspection : A semifinal inspection by the
contractor and the engineer will be held two weeks prior to the end of the period of establishment to determine the acceptability of plants. Perform replacement planting, as required, in accordance with 719.06 and 719.07.2 . Replace unsatisfactory plants in kind, quantity, and size with live, healthy plants installed as originally specified. Use substitute varieties of plants only when approved. Only these replacements made at this time will not require a period of establishment. All plants that must be replaced at the semifinal inspection will be replaced at the contractor’ s expense. Upon completion of plant replacements and prior to final acceptance of the project, weed around plants and remove discarded materials, rubbish, and equipment from areas of the right -of-way affected by operations. Remove staking from trees unless otherwise directed by engineer.
719.07.4 Final Acceptance : Final inspection of plant material will
be held approximately two week s after replacement planting has been completed. Final acceptance will be made if all plants are in place, alive, and in conformance with plans and specifications. Replace plants that are unsatisfactory at the time of final inspection of the project in kind, quantity, and size with live, healthy plants installed as originally specified. Use substitute varieties of plants only when approved. These replacement plantings shall be made at no cost to the Department.
719.08 MEASUREMENT. Furnishing and planting the various types
and sizes of plant materials will be measured per each. No measurement for payment will be made for plant hole preparation, backfill material, fertilizer tablets, water, staking, plant maintenance, or plant replacement of individual trees and shrubs either inside or outside of bed areas. Bed preparation and top dressing mulch will be measured by the square yard. amount upon final payment, but the contractor shall remain liable for the original contra ct specifications. When replacing plants, comply with the spacing and size requirements originally specified for the plants being replaced. Use the same species for replacement ground cover plants as originally specified for the ground cover being replaced. Other replacement plants shall be the same species as the plants being replaced unless the engineer, after consultation with the Department’ s Landscape Architect, approves the substitution of alternative species of plants in accordance with the provisions in this subsection. Furnish and install replacement plants at no cost to the Department.
719.07.3 Semifinal Inspection : A semifinal inspection by the
contractor and the engineer will be held two weeks prior to the end of the period of establishment to determine the acceptability of plants. Perform replacement planting, as required, in accordance with 719.06 and 719.07.2 . Replace unsatisfactory plants in kind, quantity, and size with live, healthy plants installed as originally specified. Use substitute varieties of plants only when approved. Only these replacements made at this time will not require a period of establishment. All plants that must be replaced at the semifinal inspection will be replaced at the contractor’ s expense. Upon completion of plant replacements and prior to final acceptance of the project, weed around plants and remove discarded materials, rubbish, and equipment from areas of the right -of-way affected by operations. Remove staking from trees unless otherwise directed by engineer.
719.07.4 Final Acceptance : Final inspection of plant material will
be held approximately two week s after replacement planting has been completed. Final acceptance will be made if all plants are in place, alive, and in conformance with plans and specifications. Replace plants that are unsatisfactory at the time of final inspection of the project in kind, quantity, and size with live, healthy plants installed as originally specified. Use substitute varieties of plants only when approved. These replacement plantings shall be made at no cost to the Department.
719.08 MEASUREMENT. Furnishing and planting the various types
and sizes of plant materials will be measured per each. No measurement for payment will be made for plant hole preparation, backfill material, fertilizer tablets, water, staking, plant maintenance, or plant replacement of individual trees and shrubs either inside or outside of bed areas. Bed preparation and top dressing mulch will be measured by the square yard. amount upon final payment, but the contractor shall remain liable for the original contra ct specifications. When replacing plants, comply with the spacing and size requirements originally specified for the plants being replaced. Use the same species for replacement ground cover plants as originally specified for the ground cover being replaced. Other replacement plants shall be the same species as the plants being replaced unless the engineer, after consultation with the Department’ s Landscape Architect, approves the substitution of alternative species of plants in accordance with the provisions in this subsection. Furnish and install replacement plants at no cost to the Department.
719.07.3 Semifinal Inspection : A semifinal inspection by the
contractor and the engineer will be held two weeks prior to the end of the period of establishment to determine the acceptability of plants. Perform replacement planting, as required, in accordance with 719.06 and 719.07.2 . Replace unsatisfactory plants in kind, quantity, and size with live, healthy plants installed as originally specified. Use substitute varieties of plants only when approved. Only these replacements made at this time will not require a period of establishment. All plants that must be replaced at the semifinal inspection will be replaced at the contractor’ s expense. Upon completion of plant replacements and prior to final acceptance of the project, weed around plants and remove discarded materials, rubbish, and equipment from areas of the right -of-way affected by operations. Remove staking from trees unless otherwise directed by engineer.
719.07.4 Final Acceptance : Final inspection of plant material will
be held approximately two week s after replacement planting has been completed. Final acceptance will be made if all plants are in place, alive, and in conformance with plans and specifications. Replace plants that are unsatisfactory at the time of final inspection of the project in kind, quantity, and size with live, healthy plants installed as originally specified. Use substitute varieties of plants only when approved. These replacement plantings shall be made at no cost to the Department.
719.08 MEASUREMENT. Furnishing and planting the various types
and sizes of plant materials will be measured per each. No measurement for payment will be made for plant hole preparation, backfill material, fertilizer tablets, water, staking, plant maintenance, or plant replacement of individual trees and shrubs either inside or outside of bed areas. Bed preparation and top dressing mulch will be measured by the square yard. amount upon final payment, but the contractor shall remain liable for the original contra ct specifications. When replacing plants, comply with the spacing and size requirements originally specified for the plants being replaced. Use the same species for replacement ground cover plants as originally specified for the ground cover being replaced. Other replacement plants shall be the same species as the plants being replaced unless the engineer, after consultation with the Department’ s Landscape Architect, approves the substitution of alternative species of plants in accordance with the provisions in this subsection. Furnish and install replacement plants at no cost to the Department.
719.07.3 Semifinal Inspection : A semifinal inspection by the
contractor and the engineer will be held two weeks prior to the end of the period of establishment to determine the acceptability of plants. Perform replacement planting, as required, in accordance with 719.06 and 719.07.2 . Replace unsatisfactory plants in kind, quantity, and size with live, healthy plants installed as originally specified. Use substitute varieties of plants only when approved. Only these replacements made at this time will not require a period of establishment. All plants that must be replaced at the semifinal inspection will be replaced at the contractor’ s expense. Upon completion of plant replacements and prior to final acceptance of the project, weed around plants and remove discarded materials, rubbish, and equipment from areas of the right -of-way affected by operations. Remove staking from trees unless otherwise directed by engineer.
719.07.4 Final Acceptance : Final inspection of plant material will
be held approximately two week s after replacement planting has been completed. Final acceptance will be made if all plants are in place, alive, and in conformance with plans and specifications. Replace plants that are unsatisfactory at the time of final inspection of the project in kind, quantity, and size with live, healthy plants installed as originally specified. Use substitute varieties of plants only when approved. These replacement plantings shall be made at no cost to the Department.
719.08 MEASUREMENT. Furnishing and planting the various types
and sizes of plant materials will be measured per each. No measurement for payment will be made for plant hole preparation, backfill material, fertilizer tablets, water, staking, plant maintenance, or plant replacement of individual trees and shrubs either inside or outside of bed areas. Bed preparation and top dressing mulch will be measured by the square yard. When including an item for “Landscaping” in the contract, the furnishing and planting of all required plant materials under the contract will be measured on a lump sum basis.
719.09 PAYMENT. Payment for furnishing and planting the various
types and sizes of plant materials will be made at the contract unit price per each. Payment for bed preparation and top dressing mulch will be made at the contract unit prices per square yard . Payment for mulch required for individual tree and shrub planting will be included in the contract unit price for the plant and not as top dressing mulch. When including an item for “Landscaping” in the contract, payment will be made at the contract lump sum price. Partial payment during the period of establishment will be limited to 75 percent of the contract price upon provisional acceptance. Midway through the period of establi shment, if the project e ngineer’ s records show that plants have been properly maintained and replacement plantings have been completed, 15 percent of the contract price for landscaping items will be paid, minus any reduction in accordance with 719.07.2 . At final acceptance , if the project engineer’ s records show that plants have been properly maintained and replacement plantings have been completed, the remaining 10 percent of the contract price for landscaping items will be paid, minus any reduction in accorda nce with 719.07.1 and 719.07 .2. Payment for adjustment of pH will be made in accordance with 109.04 . Payment includes all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the work. Payment will be made under: Item No. Pay Item Pay Unit 719-01 Plants Each 719-02 Top Dressing Mulch Square Yard 719-03 Bed Preparation Square Yard 719-04 Landscaping Lump Sum When including an item for “Landscaping” in the contract, the furnishing and planting of all required plant materials under the contract will be measured on a lump sum basis.
719.09 PAYMENT. Payment for furnishing and planting the various
types and sizes of plant materials will be made at the contract unit price per each. Payment for bed preparation and top dressing mulch will be made at the contract unit prices per square yard . Payment for mulch required for individual tree and shrub planting will be included in the contract unit price for the plant and not as top dressing mulch. When including an item for “Landscaping” in the contract, payment will be made at the contract lump sum price. Partial payment during the period of establishment will be limited to 75 percent of the contract price upon provisional acceptance. Midway through the period of establi shment, if the project e ngineer’ s records show that plants have been properly maintained and replacement plantings have been completed, 15 percent of the contract price for landscaping items will be paid, minus any reduction in accordance with 719.07.2 . At final acceptance , if the project engineer’ s records show that plants have been properly maintained and replacement plantings have been completed, the remaining 10 percent of the contract price for landscaping items will be paid, minus any reduction in accorda nce with 719.07.1 and 719.07 .2. Payment for adjustment of pH will be made in accordance with 109.04 . Payment includes all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the work. Payment will be made under: Item No. Pay Item Pay Unit 719-01 Plants Each 719-02 Top Dressing Mulch Square Yard 719-03 Bed Preparation Square Yard 719-04 Landscaping Lump Sum Section 720 Erosion Control Systems
720.01 DESCRIPTION. Furnish and place erosion control systems in
accordance with plan requirements for use as soil retention blankets on slopes or as flexible channel liners in ditches.
720.02 Materials.
720.02.1 General : Erosion control systems shall comply with
1018.15 The manufacturer’s installation plan and hardware (staples,
stakes, etc.) are considered part of the system and shall be the same as that used during the evaluation for source approval. Use the type of erosion control system shown on the plans. A higher grade system may be substituted for a lower grade system within the same application (slope protection or flexible channel liners), if there is no additional cost to the Department.
720.02.2 Acceptance : Pretested lots of erosion control systems will
be accepted based on a Certificate of Delivery showing DOTD Lot Numbers and laboratory numbers representing the pretes ted material, including hardware. Sample erosion control systems that are not accompanied by a Certificate of Delivery in accordance with DOTD S613. Sample installation hardware, additives such as tackifiers, and any other component of the system not cov ered above at the rate of one item per type per size or one quart per manufacturer’s lot in accordance with DOTD S601. Submit all samples to the Materials and Testing Section. Furnish a copy of the approved installation plan with each shipment to the pro ject.
720.02.3 Packaging : Package materials so as to maintain the quality
of the product throughout handling. Identify each package with the manufacturer’s name, product name, manufacturer’s lot number, by the DOTD Lot Number corresponding to that shown on the Certificate of Delivery.
720.03 EQUIPMENT. Furnish and maintain equipment necessary to
satisfactorily perform the work. Equipment for hydraulically applying fiber mulch shall be equipped to eject the thoroughly wet mulch material at
Source: Louisiana Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges, 2016 Edition. Pages 478–488 of 1,145.