808.2(b) 808.2(f)
requirements of Section 804.2(a)2. When using packets , use in 4- ounce, individual, heat -sealed, polyethylene envelopes. Application rates are as shown on the Standard Drawings or as directed.
as specified in Section 808.2( f), and three parts soil by volume that was removed from the planting pit. Where it is determined by the Representative that wet and poorly drained planting conditions exist, backfill with soil removed from the planting pit. The ratio of peat to soil for plants requiring an acid soil is one part peat to two parts soil by volume.
sites. Do not use peat material in an advanced stage of decay. Provide peat material, conforming to the following requirements:
• Minimum of 80% organic matter.*
• Maximum of 15% ash content.*
• Minimum of 400% water holding capacity.*
• Maximum delivered density of 30 pounds per cubic foot.
• pH—4.5 to 6.0 (use laboratory analysis to indicate the liming required).
* Oven dry basis.
Submit a laboratory analysis of the peat intended for use. Do not ship peat material to the project until acceptance is received.
material and substances toxic to plant growth, and conforming to the following requirements:
• Minimum of 70% organic matter.*
• Maximum of 25% ash content.*
• Minimum of 200% water holding capacity.*
• Particle size —1/2 inch maximum.
• Free of weeds.
• pH—7.0 ± 0.5.
* Oven dry basis.
Submit a certified laboratory analysis with each shipment.
Composted at a DEP, Bureau of Waste Management permitted site under industry standards and U.S. EPA regulations, to provide a stable, weed free, nontoxic, soil amendment with a non -objectionable odor, and conforming to the following requirements:
• moisture content —35 to 55%
• trace elements and heavy metals —meet U.S. EPA Part 503 Exceptional Quality
Concentration Limits
• particle size— pass 1- inch standard screen
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