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Landscape Plan-FeedbackEXISTING SCHEFFLERA ARBORICOLA'TRINETTE' TO REMAIN12345678910TREE #1113TREE #121617181914152021222324252627282930313233EXISTING TREE CANOPY, TYP.TD.1TREE DISPOSITIONPLANR- EX. TREE TO BE PRESERVED- EX. TREE TO BE RELOCATED- EX. TREE TO BE REMOVEDLEGENDNOTE:RELOCATED TREES TO BE PLACED WITHIN THE REQUIRED LANDSCAPE BUFFER AREAS AND TO BE INCLUDED INREQUIRED BUFFER TREE CALCULATIONS. EXACT LOCATION WITHIN BUFFERS TO BE COORDINATED BYLANDSCAPE ARCHITECT AND LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR WHEN LANDSCAPE PLANS ARE FINALIZED FOR PERMIT.All RELOCATED TREE MATERIAL MUST HAVE IRRIGATION AT TIME OF INSTALLATION.TREE DISPOSITION TABLETAG #:SPECIES:DBH:DISPOSITION:CREDIT:HEALTH:NOTES:1ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"REMOVEN/A81%TRIPLE TRUNK, 20' C.T.2ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"REMOVEN/A72%TRIPLE TRUNK, 20' C.T.3SABAL PALMETTO12"PRESERVEN/A74%18' C.T.4SABAL PALMETTO12"PRESERVEN/A85%20' C.T.5COCOS NUCIFERA12"PRESERVEN/A78%40' C.T.6SABAL PALMETTO14"PRESERVEN/A83%14' C.T.7COCOS NUCIFERA12"PRESERVEN/A92%30' C.T.8SABAL PALMETTO12"PRESERVEN/A80%16' C.T.9SABAL PALMETTO12"PRESERVEN/A85%18' C.T.10QUERCUS VIRGINIANA32"PRESERVEN/A83%32' HT.11QUERCUS VIRGINIANA42"PRESERVEN/A88%35' HT.12QUERCUS VIRGINIANA30"PRESERVEN/A72%25' HT.13ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"REMOVEN/A64%TRIPLE TRUNK, 16' C.T.14LIVISTONIA CHINENSIS8"REMOVEN/A65%TRIPLE TRUNK, 20' O.A.15LIVISTONIA CHINENSIS8"REMOVEN/A70%TRIPLE TRUNK, 20' O.A.16LIVISTONIA CHINENSIS8"REMOVEN/A74%TRIPLE TRUNK, 18' O.A.17LIGUSTRUM JAPONICUM5"REMOVEN/A64%MULTI-TRUNK, 12' O.A.18ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"REMOVEN/A73%TRIPLE TRUNK, 20' C.T.19ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"REMOVEN/A68%TRIPLE TRUNK, 16' C.T.20ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"REMOVEN/A50%DOUBLE TRUNK, 18' C.T.21ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"REMOVEN/A55%TRIPLE TRUNK, 18' C.T.22ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"REMOVEN/A55%TRIPLE TRUNK, 18' C.T.23ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"REMOVEN/A60%TRIPLE TRUNK, 18' C.T.24ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"REMOVEN/A64%TRIPLE TRUNK, 18' C.T.25ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"REMOVEN/A60%TRIPLE TRUNK, 18' C.T.26ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"PRESERVEN/A85%TRIPLE TRUNK, 23' C.T.27ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"PRESERVEN/A80%TRIPLE TRUNK, 20' C.T.28ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"PRESERVEN/A85%TRIPLE TRUNK, 18' C.T.29ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"PRESERVEN/A62%DOUBLE TRUNK, 20' C.T.30ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"PRESERVEN/A68%TRIPLE TRUNK, 19' C.T.31ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"PRESERVEN/A73%TRIPLE TRUNK, 20' C.T.32ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"PRESERVEN/A68%TRIPLE TRUNK, 15' C.T.33ADONIDIA MERRILLII6"PRESERVEN/A60%DOUBLE TRUNK, 16' C.T.TOTAL:# VEGETATION CALCULATIONREQUIREMENTS:QTY:ATOTAL EXISTING VEGETATION ON SITE33BTOTAL EXISTING VEGETATION TO BE PRESERVED AND REMAIN IN THEIR ORIGINAL LOCATION20CTOTAL EXISTING VEGETATION TO BE RELOCATED ON SITE0DTOTAL EXISTING VEGETATION TO BE MITIGATED (12 SMALL/MEDIUM PALMS, 1 ACCENT TREE)15GTOTAL PROPOSED VEGETATION TO BE MITIGATEDSHEET #3601 PGA Blvd., Suite 220, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 phone: 561-249-0940 email: info@insitestudio.com www.insitestudio.com License#:LC26000606Revisions:Drawn By:Drawing #:Date:Consultants:i n s tu d i o s i t e planning + landscape architecture06/28/20231273CZAKTENNIS FACILITIES RENOVATION HUNTERS RUN Boynton Beach, FloridaALWAYS CALL 811 TWO FULL BUSINESS DAYS BEFORE YOU DIG TOHAVE UNDERGROUND UTILITIES LOCATED AND MARKED.7/10/23- Intake8/31/23- 1st Resubmittal08'16'32'SCALE: 1/16" = 1'-0"NORTHLOCATION MAPSITENORTHS CONGRESS AVE SUMMIT DRSUMMIT DR1APPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVED APPROVED APPROVED APPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDPlanning & Zoning DivisionSeptember 25, 2023Project #: ___________________________MMSP-2023.07.15798 LANDCADD 1987 LANDCADD 1987 LANDCADD 1987 LANDCADD 1987 LANDCADD 1987 LANDCADD 1987 ART.TURF360 SFSODARTIFICIAL TURF5,110 SFARTIFICIAL TURF1,070 SFARTIFICIAL TURF620 SF3TR27NER49IXO16POD102LIR1VM320NER1VM344IXO1VM345IXOSODSODSODSOD45IXO17POD17POD58NER3TR28IXO89PBM15BEG17POD19POD41IXO16POD19IXO2TR29IXO27IXO17PODSOD3AM26WB1VM33ALC34FIC17HIB91WFN9HIB66PBM11HIB1VM32TR26BEG63LIR214EVOEXISTING TREE TO REMAIN TYP.42POD20HIB9PLU91FIC9PLU89FIC30LIR68CLU138CAR17POD17PODSOD96WFN3VM119NER22CLU26LIR26LIRSOD1VM34AM3POTTED PALMTYP.EXISTING SCHEFFLERA ARBORICOLA'TRINETTE' TO REMAIN345678910TREE #11TREE #122627282930313233SOFT SEATINGAREA101WFN154WFN1CE1CS1CS1CS3TR1CR1CR1CR1CREXISTING TREE CANOPY, TYP.5CELP.1LANDSCAPEPLAN08'16'32'SCALE: 1/16" = 1'-0"NORTHSHEET #3601 PGA Blvd., Suite 220, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 phone: 561-249-0940 email: info@insitestudio.com www.insitestudio.com License#:LC26000606Revisions:Drawn By:Drawing #:Date:Consultants:i n s tu d i o s i t e planning + landscape architecture06/28/20231273CZAKTENNIS FACILITIES RENOVATION HUNTERS RUN Boynton Beach, FloridaALWAYS CALL 811 TWO FULL BUSINESS DAYS BEFORE YOU DIG TOHAVE UNDERGROUND UTILITIES LOCATED AND MARKED.7/10/23- Intake8/31/23- 1st ResubmittalLOCATION MAPSITENORTHS CONGRESS AVE SUMMIT DRSUMMIT DRTREESQTYBOTANICAL NAMECOMMON NAMEREMARKSAM23Adonidia merrilliiChristmas Palm8' C.T. DOUBLE TRUNK, HEAVY,FULL FRONDAM34Adonidia merrilliiChristmas Palm5' C.T., TRIPLE TRUNK, POTTEDCR4Clusia roseaPitch Apple14` HT. MIN. x 5` SPR. / 4" CAL. / 8`C.T. MIN.CE4Conocarpus erectus `Sericeus`Silver Buttonwood14` HT. MIN. x 5` SPR. / 4" CAL. / 8`C.T. MIN.CS3Cordia sebestenaOrange Geiger Tree14` HT. MIN. x 5` SPR. / 4" CAL. / 8`C.T. MIN.TR13Thrinax radiataFlorida Thatch Palm8' O.A. HT.VM36Veitchia montgomeryanaMontgomery Palm22 O.A. HT, 18` G.W. MIN. TRIPLETRUNKVM13Veitchia montgomeryanaMontgomery Palm22` O.A. HT, 18` G.W. MIN. SINLGETRUNKWB6Wodyetia bifurcataFoxtail Palm10' G.W., CONSISTENT TRUNKDIAMETER, FULL FRONDSHRUBSQTYBOTANICAL NAMECOMMON NAMEREMARKSALC3Alcantarea imperialisImperial Bromeliad30" x 30"CLU90Clusia guttiferaSmall Leaf Clusia36" HT X 30" SPR @ 36" O.C.HIB57Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'White Wings'White Wing Hibiscus24" HT. X 24" SPR. @ 30" O.C.POD195Podocarpus macrophyllusPodocarpus24" HT X 12" SPR @ 24" O.C.SHRUB AREASQTYBOTANICAL NAMECOMMON NAMEREMARKSBEG41Begonia odorata 'Alba'White Angel Begonia18" HT. X 18" SPR. @ 24 "O.C.FIC214Ficus microcarpa `Green Island`Green Island Ficus16" HT. X 16" SPR. @ 18" O.C.IXO327Ixora chinensisDwarf Ixora18" X 18" @ 24" O.C.LIR247Liriope muscariLilyturf8" HT X 8" SPR @ 18" O.C.NER124Nerium oleander 'Pink Ice'Dwarf Oleander24" HT. x 18" SPR. @ 24" O.C.PBM155Philodendron'Burle Marx'Burle Marx Philodendron16" HT X 16" SPR @ 18" O.C.PLU18Plumbago auriculataBlue Plumbago18" HT. X 18" SPR. @ 30" O.C.GROUND COVERSQTYBOTANICAL NAMECOMMON NAMEREMARKSCAR138Carissa macrocarpa `Emerald Blanket`Emerald Blanket Carissa10" HT X 10" SPR. @ 18" O.C.EVO214Evolvulus glomeratus `Blue Daze``Blue Daze`12" HT X 12" SPR @ 12" O.C.WFN442Microsorum ScolopendriaWart Fern12" HT. X 12" SPR. @ 18" O.C.PLANT SCHEDULE11APPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVED APPROVED APPROVED APPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDPlanning & Zoning DivisionSeptember 25, 2023Project #: ___________________________MMSP-2023.07.15798 3/4" = 1'-0"SECTION VIEW3 x's THE WIDEST DIMENSIONNOTES:1.SHRUB SHALL BE OF QUALITY PRESCRIBED IN THE ROOT OBSERVATIONS DETAIL AND SPECIFICATIONS2.SEE SPECIFICATIONS FOR FURTHER REQUIREMENTS RELATED TO THIS DETAIL.SHRUB PLANTING DETAIL2SHRUB4" LAYER OF MULCH. NOMORE THAN 1" OF MULCHON TOP OF ROOT BALL.(SEE SPECIFICATIONSFOR MULCHFINISHED GRADESLOPE SIDES OFLOOSENED SOIL.LOOSENED SOIL. DIGAND TURN THE SOIL TOREDUCE THECOMPACTION TO THEAREA AND DEPTH SHOWNROOT BALL RESTSON EXISTING ORRECOMPACTED SOILROOT BALL4" HIGH X 8" WIDE ROUND -TOPPED SOIL BERM ABOVEROOT BALL SURFACE SHALL BECONSTRUCTED AROUND THEROOT BALL. BERM SHALL BEGINAT ROOT BALL PERIPHERY.PRIOR TO MULCHING LIGHTLYTAMP SOIL AROUND THE ROOTBALL IN 6" LIFTS TO BRACESHRUB. DO NOT OVER COMPACT.WHEN THE PLANTING HOLE HASBEEN BACKFILLED, POUR WATERAROUND THE ROOT BALL TOSETTLE THE SOIL.EXISTING SOIL4TREE PROTECTION DETAILCrown drip line is the limit of the Tree Protection area. Seetree protection plan for fence lcoation.MANTAIN EXISTING GRADEWITH TREE PROTECTION FENCE.3" THICK MULCH LAYER2 X 4 WOOD POSTS OR REBAR6' - 8' O.C. MAX.TREE PROTECTION FENCE TO BE HIGHDENSITY POLYETHYLENE FENCING WITH3.5" X 1.5" OPENINGS. COLOR TO BEORANGE. 2 X 4 POSTS 6' - 8' O.C.MAX. TOP RAIL REQUIRED IF 2 X 4'SARE USEDNOTES:1.KEEP OUT OF TREE PROTECTION AREA2.FENCE TO BE INSTALLED ALONG DRIPLINE OF EXISTING TREES3.NO EQUIPMENT SHALL OPERATE INSIDE THE PROTECTIVE FENCING INCLUDING DURING FENCE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL.4'SCALE : 1/4" = 1'-0"TREE PLANTING DETAIL1/2" = 1'-0"NOTES:1.TREES SHALL BE OF QUALITY PRESCRIBED IN CROWN OBSERVATIONS AND ROOT OBSERVATIONS DETAILS ANDSPECIFICATIONS.2.SEE SPECIFICATIONS FOR FURTHER REQUIREMENTS RELATED TO THIS DETAIL.3X WIDEST DIMENSION OF ROOT BALLTOP OF ROOT BALL SHALL BE FLUSHWITH FINISHED GRADEPRIOR TO MULCHING LIGHTLY TAMPSOIL AROUND THE ROOT BALL IN 6"LIFTS TO BRACE TREE. DO NOTOVER COMPACT. WHEN THEPLANTING HOLE HAS BEENBACKFILLED, POUR WATER AROUNDTHE ROOT BALL TO SETTLE THE SOIL.LOOSENED SOIL. DIG ANDTURN THE SOIL TO REDUCETHE COMPACTION TO THEAREA AND DEPTH SHOWN4" LAYER OF MULCH. NOMORE THAN 1" OF MULCH ONTOP OF ROOT BALL. (SEESPECIFICATIONS FOR MULCHFINISHED GRADECENTRAL LEADERTRUNK CALIPER SHALLMEET ANSI Z60CURRENT EDITION FORROOT BALL SIZE4" HIGH X 8" WIDE ROUNDTOPPED SOIL BERM ABOVE ROOTBALL SURFACE SHALL BECONSTRUCTED AROUND THEROOT BALL. BERM SHALL BEGINAT ROOT BALL PERIPHERYSLOPE SIDES OFLOOSENED SOILROOT BALL RESTS ONEXISTING ORRECOMPACTED SOILEXISTING SOIL1GROUNDCOVER3/4" = 1'-0"EQ.EQ.NOTES:1- SEE PLANTING LEGEND FOR GROUNDCOVER SPECIES, SIZE, AND SPACING DIMENSION.2- SMALL ROOTS (14" OR LESS) THAT GROW AROUND, UP, OR DOWN THE ROOT BALL PERIPHERY ARECONSIDERED ANORMAL CONDITION IN CONTAINER PRODUCTION AND ARE ACCEPTABLE HOWEVER THEY SHOULD BEELIMINATED AT THETIME OF PLANTING. ROOTS ON THE PERIPERHY CAN BE REMOVED AT THE TIME OF PLANTING.3- SETTLE SOIL AROUND ROOT BALL OF EACH GROUNDCOVER PRIOR TO MULCHING.6" MIN.2-3" THICK LAYER OF MULCHFINISHED GRADEMODIFIED SOILEXISTING SOILGROUNDCOVER PLANTSTO BE TRIANGULARLY SPACEDMULCHPAVEMENTPLAN VIEWSECTION VIEW3TREE STAKING DETAIL6'-0"2'-0"1/2" = 1'-0"THREE (2") TWO INCH LODGE POLESTAKES. INSTALL APPROXIMATELY 2"AWAY FROM THE EDGE OF THE ROOTBALL. STAKE LOCATION SHALL NOTINTERFERE WITH PERMANENTBRANCHES.NON ABBRASIVE RUBBER TIESREMOVE NURSERY STAKE. IFCENTRAL LEADER NEEDS TO BESTRAIGHTENED OR HELD ERECT, IT ISACCEPTABLE TO ATTACH A 12" X 8'BAMBOO POLE TO THE CENTRALLEADER AND TRUNKRUBBER TIESLODGE POLE STAKES5PLAN VIEW6PALM STAKING DETAIL2X4 WOOD BRACE (3 MIN.) TOENAIL TO BATTEN. ALL WOOD TO\BE PRESSURE TREATEDSCALE : 1/4" = 1'-0"5 LAYERS OF BURLAP2X4X16 WOOD BATTNE CONNECTEDW/ 2 - 34" STEEL BANDS. BATTENS TOBE LOCATED IN RELATION TO THE OVERALLHEIGHT OF THE PALM TO PROVIDE ADEQUATEBRACINGLEAVE AS MANY FRONDS A POSSIBLEMIN. 6TIE FRONDS W/ BURLAPTO PROTECT BUDCLEAN, UNSCARRED TRUNK4" HIGH X 8" WIDE ROUNDTOPPED SOIL BERM ABOVEROOT BALL SURFACE SHALL BECONSTRUCTED AROUND THEROOT BALL. BERM SHALL BEGINAT ROOT BALL PERIPHERYROOT BALL RESTS ON EXISTINGOR RECOMPACTED SOILEXISTING SOIL4" LAYER OF MULCH. NOMORE THAN 1" OF MULCH ONTOP OF ROOT BALL. (SEESPECIFICATIONS FOR MULCHLANDSCAPE NOTES:1.ALL PLANTS TO BE FLORIDA #1 QUALITY OR BETTER AS DEFINED IN THE LATEST EDITION OF THE FLORIDA GRADES AND STANDARDS FOR NURSEYPLANTS, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.2.ALL PLANTING AND SOD AREAS SHALL RECEIVE 100% IRRIGATION COVERAGE FROM AN AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION SYSTEM WITH A RAIN SENSOR.3.ALL PLANTING BEDS/ ISLANDS SHALL BE FREE OF SHELLROCK, CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS, OR OTHER MISCELLANEOUS DEBRIS, EXCAVATED TO ADEPTH OF 30" OR TO CLEAN NATIVE SOILS, AND BACKFILLED WITH THE SPECIFIED SOIL MIXTURE.4.ROOT BARRIERS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL TREES LOCATED WITHIN 10' OF UNDERGROUND UTILITIES.5.CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OBTAINING ALL REQUIRED APPROVALS AND PERMITS FROM LOCAL MUNICIPALITY AND GOVERNING AGENCIESPRIOR TO REMOVAL OF ANY EXISTING VEGETATION OR BEGINNING INSTALLATION.6.IN THE EVENT OF A CONFLICT BETWEEN THE QUANTITIES SHOWN IN THE PLANT SCHEDULE AND GRAPHICALLY DEPICTED AND LABELED ON THEPLAN, THE PLAN WILL PREVAIL. IF SUCH CONFLICT IS DISCOVERED, CONTRACTOR SHALL CONSULT WITH LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT.7.ALL TREES PLANTED UNDER OR NEAR OVERHEAD POWER LINES SHALL COMPLY WITH FPL RIGHT TREE, RIGHT PLACE REQUIREMENTS.8.CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO CALL SUNSHINE 811 TO HAVE ALL UNDERGROUND UTILITIES LOCATED PRIOR TO ANY DIGGING, EXCAVATION, ORUNDERGROUND WORK. IF PROPOSED DESIGN CONFLICTS WITH EXISTING OR PROPOSED UTILITY LOCATIONS, CONTRACTOR SHALL IMMEDIATELYCONTACT LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT TO DEVELOP A SOLUTION FOR THE CONFLICT.LP.2LANDSCAPEDETAILSSHEET #3601 PGA Blvd., Suite 220, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 phone: 561-249-0940 email: info@insitestudio.com www.insitestudio.com License#:LC26000606Revisions:Drawn By:Drawing #:Date:Consultants:i n s tu d i o s i t e planning + landscape architecture06/28/20231273CZAKTENNIS FACILITIES RENOVATION HUNTERS RUN Boynton Beach, FloridaALWAYS CALL 811 TWO FULL BUSINESS DAYS BEFORE YOU DIG TOHAVE UNDERGROUND UTILITIES LOCATED AND MARKED.7/10/23- Intake8/31/23- 1st ResubmittalAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVED APPROVED APPROVED APPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDAPPROVEDPlanning & Zoning DivisionSeptember 25, 2023Project #: ___________________________MMSP-2023.07.15798 GENERAL CONDITIONSA.CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: Shall consist of specifications and its general conditions and the drawings. The intent of these documents is to include all labor, materials, and services necessary for the proper execution of the work. The documents are to be considered as one. Whatever is called for by any parts shall be as binding as if called for in all parts.B.VERIFICATION: The Contractor shall verify measurements on the drawings before beginning work. In case of error or discrepancy in the drawings or specifications or in the work of others affecting his/her work, he/she shall notify the Owner's Representative immediately. The Contractor shall be held responsible for any damages or loss due to his/her failure to observe these instructions.C.MATERIALS, MACHINERY, EMPLOYEES: Except as otherwise noted, the Contractorshall provide and pay for all materials, labor, tools, and other items necessary andincidental to the completion of his/her work.D.SURVEYS, PERMITS, REGULATIONS: The Owner shall furnish an adequate survey ofthe property. The Contractor shall obtain and pay for all permits and comply with all lawsand ordinances bearing on the operation or conduct of the work as drawn and specified.If the Contractor observes that a variance exists therewith he/she shall promptly notifythe Owner's Representative in writing and any necessary changes shall be adjusted asprovided in the contract for changes in the work.E.PROTECTION OF WORK, PROPERTY AND PERSON: The Contractor shall adequatelyprotect the work, adjacent property, and the public, and shall be responsible for anydamages or injury due to his/her actions.F.CHANGES IN THE WORK: The owner may order changes in the work, and the contractsum being adjusted accordingly. All such orders and adjustments plus claims by theContractor for extras must be made in writing before executing the work involved.G.CORRECTION OF WORK: The Contractor shall re-execute any work that fails toconform to the requirements of the contract and shall remedy defects due to faultymaterials or workmanship upon written notice from the Owner's Representative for aperiod of ninety (90) days from the date of completion of the contract.H.Owner's Authorized Representative: The Owner's authorized representative acts as theauthorized representative of the Owner in conjunction with the project manager, and hasauthority to accept or reject materials or workmanship and to make minor changes in thework not involving extra cost. He will also interpret the meaning of the contractdocuments and may stop the work if necessary to ensure its proper execution.I.CLARIFICATION OF DRAWINGS BEFORE BIDDING: After reviewing the drawingsthoroughly it is the Contractor's responsibility to clarify with the Owner's Representativeany questions the Contractor may have regarding the method of construction, quantities,or quality of materials included or called out. If the Contractor cannot contact theOwner's Representative, the Contractor must qualify his/her bid or accept theinterpretation of the Owner's Representative on the questionable areas as they developduring construction.J.SAMPLES: The Owner's Representative reserves the right to take and analyze samplesof materials for conformity to specifications at any time. The Contractor shall furnishsamples upon request by the Owner's Representative. Rejected materials shall beimmediately removed from the site and replaced at the Contractor's expense. The cost oftesting materials not meeting specifications shall be paid by the Contractor.K.PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE: Schedule a pre-construction meeting with theOwner's Representative at least seven (7) days before beginning work. The purpose ofthis conference is to review any questions the Contractor may have regarding the work,administrative procedures during construction and project work schedule.015639Tree and Plant ProtectionPART 1 GENERAL1.1SUMMARYThe scope of work includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, facilities, transportation and services necessary for, andincidental to performing all operations in connection with protection of existing trees and other plants as shown on the drawingsand as specified herein.1.Provide preconstruction evaluations2.Provide tree and plant protection fencing.3.Provide protection of root zones and above ground tree and plants4.Provide pruning of existing trees and plants.5.Coordinate with the requirements of Section Planting Soil for modifications to the soil within the root zone ofexisting trees and plants.6.Provide all insect and disease control.7.Provide maintenance of existing trees and plants including irrigation during the construction period asrecommended by the arborist report.8.Provide maintenance of existing trees and plants including irrigation during the post construction plantmaintenance period.9.Remove tree protection fencing and other protection from around and under trees and plants.10.Clean up and disposal of all excess and surplus material.1.2CONTRACT DOCUMENTSA.Shall consist of specifications and general conditions and the drawings. The intent of these documents is to include alllabor, materials, and services necessary for the proper execution of the work. The documents are to be considered as one.Whatever is called for by any parts shall be as binding as if called for in all parts.B.It is the intent of this section that the requirements apply to all sections of the project specification such that anysubcontractor must comply with the restrictions on work within designated Tree and Plant Protection Areas.1.3RELATED DOCUMENTS AND REFERENCESA.Related Documents:1.Drawings and general provisions of contract including general and supplementary conditions and Division Ispecifications apply to work of this section.2.Section - PlantingB.References: The following specifications and standards of the organizations and documents listed in this paragraphform a part of the specification to the extent required by the references thereto. In the event that the requirements of thefollowing referenced standards and specification conflict with this specification section the requirements of this specificationshall prevail. In the event that the requirements of any of the following referenced standards and specifications conflict witheach other the more stringent requirement shall prevail.1.ANSI A 300 (Part 5) - Standard Practices for Tree, Shrub and other Woody Plant Maintenance, most currenteditions.2.Pruning practices shall conform with recommendations “Structural Pruning: A Guide For The Green Industry”;Published by Urban Tree Foundation, Visalia, California; most current edition.3.Glossary of Arboricultural Terms, International Society of Arboriculture, Champaign IL, most current edition.1.4VERIFICATIONA.All scaled dimensions on the drawings are approximate. Before proceeding with any work, the Contractor shallcarefully check and verify all dimensions and quantities, and shall immediately inform the Owner's Representative of anydiscrepancies between the information on the drawings and the actual conditions, refraining from doing any work in said areasuntil given approval to do so by the Owner's Representative.1.5PERMITS AND REGULATIONSA.The Contractor shall obtain and pay for all permits related to this section of the work unless previously excluded underprovision of the contract or general conditions. The Contractor shall comply with all laws and ordinances bearing on theoperation or conduct of the work as drawn and specified. If the Contractor observes that a conflict exists between permitrequirements and the work outlined in the contract documents, the Contractor shall promptly notify the Owner's Representativein writing including a description of any necessary changes and changes to the contract price resulting from changes in thework.B.Wherever references are made to standards or codes in accordance with which work is to be performed or tested, theedition or revision of the standards and codes current on the effective date of this contract shall apply, unless otherwiseexpressly set forth.C.In case of conflict among any referenced standards or codes or between any referenced standards and codes and thespecifications, the more restrictive standard shall apply or Owner's Representative shall determine which shall govern.1.6PROTECTION OF WORK, PROPERTY AND PERSONA.The Contractor shall protect the work, adjacent property, and the public, and shall be responsible for any damages orinjury due to his/her actions.1.7CHANGES IN THE WORKA.The Owner's Representative may order changes in the work, and the contract sum should be adjusted accordingly. Allsuch orders and adjustments plus claims by the Contractor for extra compensation must be made and approved in writingbefore executing the work involved.1.8CORRECTION OF WORKA.The Contractor shall re-execute any work that fails to conform to the requirements of the contract and shall remedydefects due to faulty materials or workmanship upon written notice from the Owner's Representative, at the soonest possibletime that can be coordinated with other work and seasonal weather demands.1.9DEFINITIONSAll terms in this specification shall be as defined in the “Glossary of Arboricultural Terms” or as modified below.Owner's Representative: The person appointed by the Owner to represent their interest in the review and approval of the workand to serve as the contracting authority with the Contractor. The Owner's Representative or Owner may appoint otherpersons to review and approve any aspects of the work, such as the landscape architect who prepared the plans.B.Reasonable and reasonably: When used in this specification is intended to mean that the conditions cited will notaffect the establishment or long term stability, health or growth of the plant. This specification recognizes that plants are notfree of defects, and that plant conditions change with time. This specification also recognizes that some decisions cannot betotally based on measured findings and that profession judgment is required. In cases of differing opinion, the Owner'sRepresentative expert shall determine when conditions within the plant are judged as reasonable.C.Shrub: Woody plants with mature height approximately less than 25 feet.D.Tree and Plant Protection Area: Area surrounding individual trees, groups of trees, shrubs, or other vegetation to beprotected during construction, and defined by a circle centered on the trunk with each tree with a radius equal to the clowndripline unless otherwise indicated by the owner's representative.E.Tree: Single and multi-stemmed plants, including palms with anticipated mature height approximately greater than 25feet or any plant identified on the plans as a tree.1.10SUBMITTALSA.PRODUCT DATA: Submit manufacturer product data and literature describing all products required by this section tothe Owner's Representative for approval. Provide submittal four weeks before the start of any work at the site.1.11OBSERVATION of the workA.The Owner's Representative may inspect the work at any time.1.12PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCEA.Schedule a pre - construction meeting with the Owner's Representative at least seven (7) days before beginning workto review any questions the Contractor may have regarding the work, administrative procedures during construction and projectwork schedule.1.The following Contractors shall attend the preconstruction conference:a.General Contractor.b.Consulting Arborist.c.Subcontractor assigned to install Tree and Plant Protection measures.d.Earthwork Contractor.e.All site utility Contractors that may be required to dig or trench into the soil.f.Landscape subcontractor.g.Irrigation subcontractorB.Prior to this meeting, mark all trees and plants to remain and or be removed as described in this specification forreview and approval by the Owner's Representative.1.13QUALITY ASSURANCEA.Contractor qualifications:1.All pruning, branch tie back, tree removal, root pruning, and fertilizing required by this section shall be performedby or under the direct supervision of ISA Certified Arborist Submit aforementioned individual's qualifications forapproval by the Owner's Representative.2.All applications of pesticide or herbicide shall be performed by a person maintaining a current state license toapply chemical pesticides valid in the jurisdiction of the project. Submit copies of all required state licensingcertificates including applicable chemical applicator licenses.PART 2 PRODUCTS2.3TREE PROTECTION FENCING:B.PLASTIC MESH FENCE: Heavy - duty orange plastic mesh fencing fabric 48 inches wide. Fencing shall be attachedto metal “U” or “T” post or wooden post driven into the ground of sufficient depth to hold the fabric solidly in place with outsagging. The fabric shall be attached to the post using attachment ties of sufficient number and strength to hold up the fabricwithout sagging. The Owner's Representative may request, at any time, additional post, deeper post depths and or additionalfabric attachments if the fabric begins to sag, lean or otherwise not present a sufficient barrier to access.C.GATES: For each fence type and in each separate fenced area, provide a minimum of one 3 foot wide gate. Gatesshall be lockable. The location of the gates shall be approved by the Owner's Representative.D.Submit suppliers product data that product meets the requirements for approval.2.4tree protection sign:A.Heavy-duty cardboard signs, 8.5 inches x 11 inches, white colored background with black 2 inch high or larger lettersblock letters. The signs shall be attached to the tree protection fence every 50 feet o.c. The tree protection sign shall read “Treeand Plant Protection Area- Keep Out”.2.5TREE GROWTH REGULATOR (TGR)A.Cambistat 25C.B.Submit suppliers product data that product meets the requirements for approval.2.6MATTINGA.Matting for vehicle and work protection shall be heavy duty matting designed for vehicle loading over tree roots,Alturnamats as manufactured by Alturnamats, Inc. Franklin, PA 16323 or approved equal.B.Submit suppliers product data that product meets the requirements for approval.2.7GEOGRIDA.Geogrid shall be woven polyester fabric with PVC coating, Uni-axial or biaxial geogrid, inert to biological degradation,resistant to naturally occurring chemicals, alkalis, acids.1.Geogrid shall be Miragrid 2XT as manufactured by Ten Cate Nicolon, Norcross, GA. http://www.tencate.com orapproved equal.B.Submit suppliers product data that product meets the requirements for approval.2.8FILTER FABRICA.Filter Fabric shall be nonwoven polypropylene fibers, inert to biological degradation and resistant of naturally occurringchemicals, alkalis and acids.1.Mirafi 135 N as manufactured by Ten Cate Nicolon, Norcross, GA. http://www.tencate.com or approved equal.B.Submit suppliers product data that product meets the requirements for approval.PART 3 EXECUTION3.1SITE EXAMINATIONA.Examine the site, tree, plant and soil conditions. Notify the Owner's Representative in writing of any conditions thatmay impact the successful Tree and Plant Protections that is the intent of this section.3.2COORDINATION WITH PROJECT WORKA.The Contractor shall coordinate with all other work that may impact the completion of the work.B.Prior to the start of Work, prepare a detailed schedule of the work for coordination with other trades.C.Coordinate the relocation of any irrigation lines currently present on the irrigation plan, heads or the conduits of otherutility lines or structures that are in conflict with tree locations. Root balls shall not be altered to fit around lines. Notify theOwner's Representative of any conflicts encountered.3.3TREE AND PLANT PROTECTION AREA: The Tree and Plant Protection Area is defined as all areas indicated on thetree protection plan. Where no limit of the Tree and Plant Protection area is defined on the drawings, the limit shall be thedrip line (outer edge of the branch crown) of each tree.3.4Preparation:A.Prior to the preconstruction meeting, layout the limits of the Tree and Plant Protection Area and then alignments ofrequired Tree and Plant Protection Fencing and root pruning. Obtain the Owner's Representative's approval of the limits of theprotection area and the alignment of all fencing and root pruning.B.Flag all trees and shrubs to be removed by wrapping orange plastic ribbon around the trunk and obtain the Owner'sRepresentative's approval of all trees and shrubs to be removed prior to the start of tree and shrub removal. After approval,mark all trees and shrubs to be removed with orange paint in a band completely around the base of the tree or shrub 4.5 feetabove the ground.C.Flag all trees and shrubs to remain with white plastic ribbon tied completely around the trunk or each tree and on aprominent branch for each shrub. Obtain the Owner's Representative's approval of all trees and shrubs to be remain prior to thestart of tree and shrub removal.D.Prior to any construction activity at the site including utility work, grading, storage of materials, or installation oftemporary construction facilities, install all tree protection fencing, Filter Fabric, silt fence, tree protection signs, Geogrid, Mulchand or Wood Chips as shown on the drawings.3.5SOIL MOISTUREA.Volumetric soil moisture level, in all soils within the Tree and Plant Protection Area shall be maintained abovepermanent wilt point to a depth of at least 8 inches. No soil work or other activity shall be permitted within the Tree and PlantProtection Area when the volumetric soil moisture is above field capacity. The permanent wilt point and field capacity for eachtype of soil texture shall be defined as follows (numbers indicate percentage volumetric soil moisture).Soil typePermanent wilt point v/vField capacity v/vSand, Loamy sand, Sandy loam5 - 8%12 - 18%Loam, Sandy clay, Sandy clay loam14 - 25%27 - 36%Clay loam, Silt loam11 - 22%31 - 36%Silty clay, Silty clay loam22 - 27%38 - 41%1.Volumetric soil moisture shall be measured with a digital, electric conductivity meter. The meter shall be the DigitalSoil Moisture Meter, DSMM500 by General Specialty Tools and Instruments, or approved equivalent meter.B.The Contractor shall confirm the soil moisture levels with a moisture meter. If the moisture is too high, suspendoperations until the soil moisture drains to below field capacity.3.6ROOT PRUNING:A.Prior to any excavating into the existing soil grade within 25 feet of the limit of the Tree and Plant Protection Area ortrees to remain, root prune all existing trees to a depth of 24 inches below existing grade in alignments following the edges ofthe Tree and Plant Protection Area or as directed by the Owner's Representative. Root pruning shall be in conformance withANSI A300 (part 8) latest edition.1.Using a rock saw, chain trencher or similar trenching device, make a vertical cut within 2 feet of the limit ofgrading.2.After completion of the cut, make clean cuts with a lopper, saw or pruner to remove all torn root ends on the treeside of the excavation, and backfill the trench immediately with existing soil, filling all voids.3.7INSTALLATION OF GEOGRIDS, FILTER FABRIC, MATTING, WOOD CHIPS AND OR MULCHA.Install Geogrids, Filter Fabric, matting, Wood Chips and or Mulch in areas and depths shown on the plans and detailsor as directed by the Owner's representative. In general it is the intent of this specification to provide the following levels ofprotection:1.All areas within the Tree and Plant Protection area provide a minimum of 5 inches of Wood Chips or Mulch.2.Areas where foot traffic or storage of lightweight materials is anticipated to be unavoidable provide a layer of FilterFabric under the 5 inches of Wood Chips or Mulch.3.Areas where occasional light vehicle traffic is anticipated to be unavoidable provide a layer of Geogrids under 8inches of Wood Chips or Mulch.4.Areas where heavy vehicle traffic is unavoidable provide a layer of Geogrids under 8 - 12 inches of Wood Chips orMulch and a layer of matting over the Wood Chips or Mulch.B.The Owner's Representative shall approve the appropriate level of protection.C.In the above requirements, light vehicle is defined as a track skid steer with a ground pressure of 4 psi or lighter. Aheavy vehicle is any vehicle with a tire or track pressure of greater than 4 psi. Lightweight materials are any packagedmaterials that can be physically moved by hand into the location. Bulk materials such as soil, or aggregate shall never bestored within the Tree and Plant Protection Area.3.8PROTECTION:A.Protect the Tree and Plant Protection Area at all times from compaction of the soil; damage of any kind to trunks, bark,branches, leaves and roots of all plants; and contamination of the soil, bark or leaves with construction materials, debris, silt,fuels, oils, and any chemicals substance. Notify the Owner's Representative of any spills, compaction or damage and takecorrective action immediately using methods approved by the Owner's Representative.3.9GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND LIMITATIONS FOR OPERATIONS WITHIN THE TREE AND PLANT PROTECTIONAREA:A.The Contractor shall not engage in any construction activity within the Tree and Plant Protection Area without theapproval of the Owner's Representative including: operating, moving or storing equipment; storing supplies or materials;locating temporary facilities including trailers or portable toilets and shall not permit employees to traverse the area to accessadjacent areas of the project or use the area for lunch or any other work breaks. Permitted activity, if any, within the Tree andPlant Protection Area maybe indicated on the drawings along with any required remedial activity as listed below.B.In the event that construction activity is unavoidable within the Tree and Plant Protection Area, notify the Owner'sRepresentative and submit a detailed written plan of action for approval. The plan shall include: a statement detailing thereason for the activity including why other areas are not suited; a description of the proposed activity; the time period for theactivity, and a list of remedial actions that will reduce the impact on the Tree and Plant Protection Area from the activity.Remedial actions shall include but shall not be limited to the following:1.In general, demolition and excavation within the drip line of trees and shrubs shall proceed with extreme careeither by the use of hand tools, directional boring and or Air Knife excavation where indicated or with other lowimpact equipment that will not cause damage to the tree, roots or soil.2.When encountered, exposed roots, 1 inches and larger in diameter shall be worked around in a manner that doesnot break the outer layer of the root surface (bark). These roots shall be covered in Wood Chips and shall bemaintained above permanent wilt point at all times. Roots one inch and larger in diameter shall not be cut with outthe approval of the owners representative. Excavation shall be tunneled under these roots without cutting them. Inthe areas where roots are encountered, work shall be performed and scheduled to close excavations as quickly aspossible over exposed roots.3.Tree branches that interfere with the construction may be tied back or pruned to clear only to the point necessaryto complete the work. Other branches shall only be removed when specifically indicated by the Owner'sRepresentative. Tying back or trimming of all branches and the cutting of roots shall be in accordance withaccepted arboricultural practices (ANSI A300, part 8) and be performed under supervision of the arborist.4.Matting: Install temporary matting over the Wood Chips or Mulch to the extent indicated. Do not permit foot traffic,scaffolding or the storage of materials within the Tree and Plant Protection Area to occur off of the temporarymatting.5.Trunk Protection: Protect the trunk of each tree to remain by covering it with a ring of 8 foot long 2 inch x 6 - inchplanks loosely banded onto the tree with 3 steel bands. Staple the bands to the planks as necessary to hold themsecurely in place. Trunk protection must by kept in place no longer than 12 months. If construction requires worknear a particular tree to continue longer than 12 months, the steel bands shall be inspected every six months andloosened if they are found to have become tight.6.Air Excavation Tool: If excavation for footings or utilities is required within the Tree and Plant Protection Area, airexcavation tool techniques shall be used where practical or as designed on the drawings.a.Remove the Wood Chips from an area approximately 18 inches beyond the limits of the hole or trench to beexcavated. Cover the Wood Chips for a distance of not less than 15 feet around the limit of the excavation areawith Filter Fabric or plastic sheeting to protect the Wood Chips from silt. Mound the Wood Chips so that theplastic slopes towards the excavation.b.Using a sprinkler or soaker hose, apply water slowly to the area of the excavation for a period of at least 4hours, approximately 12 hours prior to the work so that the ground water level is at or near field capacity at thebeginning of the work. For excavations that go beyond the damp soil, rewet the soil as necessary to keep soilmoisture near field capacity.c.Using an air excavation tool specifically designed and manufactured for the intended purpose, and at pressuresrecommended by the manufacturer of the equipment, fracture the existing soil to the shape and the depthsrequired. Work at rates and using techniques that do not harm tree roots. Air pressure shall be a maximum of90-100 psi.1.)The air excavation tool shall be “Air-Spade” as manufactured by Concept Engineering Group, Inc., Verona,PA (412) 826-8800, or Air Knife as manufactured by Easy Use Air Tools, Inc. Allison Park, Pa (866)328-5723 or approved equal.d.Using a commercial, high-powered vacuum truck if required, remove the soil from the excavation produced bythe Air Knife excavation. The vacuum truck should generally operate simultaneously with the hose operator,such that the soil produced is picked up from the excavation hole, and the exposed roots can be observed andnot damaged by the ongoing operation. Do not drive the vacuum truck into the Tree and Plant Protection Areaunless the area is protected from compaction as approved in advance by the Owner's Representative.e.Remove all excavated soil and excavated Wood Chips, and contaminated soil at the end of the excavation.f.Schedule the work so that foundations or utility work is completed immediately after the excavation. Do not letthe roots dry out. Mist the roots several times during the day. If the excavated area must remain open overnight, mist the roots and cover the excavation with black plastic.g.Dispose of all soil in a manner that meets local laws and regulations.h.Restore soil within the trench as soon as the work is completed. Utilize soil of similar texture to the removedsoil and lightly compact with hand tools. Leave soil mounded over the trench to a height of approximately 10%of the trench depth to account for settlement.i.Restore any Geogrids, Filter Fabric, Wood Chips or Mulch and or matting that was previously required for thearea.3.10TREE REMOVAL:A.Remove all trees indicated by the drawings and specifications, as requiring removal, in a manner that will not damageadjacent trees or structures or compacts the soil.B.Remove trees that are adjacent to trees or structures to remain, in sections, to limit the opportunity of damage toadjacent crowns, trunks, ground plane elements and structures.C.Do not drop trees with a single cut unless the tree will fall in an area not included in the Tree and Plant ProtectionArea. No tree to be removed within 50 feet of the Tree and Plant Protection Area shall be pushed over or up-rooted using apiece of grading equipment.D.Protect adjacent paving, soil, trees, shrubs, ground cover plantings and understory plants to remain from damageduring all tree removal operations, and from construction operations. Protection shall include the root system, trunk, limbs, andcrown from breakage or scarring, and the soil from compaction.E.Remove stumps and immediate root plate from existing trees to be removed. Grind trunk bases and large buttressroots to a depth of the largest buttress root or at least 18 inches below the top most roots which ever is less and over the areaof three times the diameter of the trunk (DBH).1.For trees where the stump will fall under new paved areas, grind roots to a total depth of 18 inches below theexisting grade. If the sides of the stump hole still have greater than approximately 20% wood visible, continuegrinding operation deeper and or wider until the resulting hole has less than 20% wood. Remove all wood chipsproduced by the grinding operation and back fill in 8 inch layers with controlled fill of a quality acceptable to thesite engineer for fill material under structures, compacted to 95% of the maximum dry density standard proctor.The Owner's Representative shall approve each hole at the end of the grinding operation.2.In areas where the tree location is to be a planting bed or lawn, remove all woodchips and backfill stump holeswith planting soil as defined in Specification Section Planting Soil, in maximum of 12 inch layers and compact to80 - 85% of the maximum dry density standard proctor.3.11PRUNING:A.Within six months of the estimated date of substantial completion, prune all dead or hazardous branches larger than 2inch in diameter from all trees to remain.B.Implement all pruning recommendations found in the arborist report.C.Prune any low, hanging branches and vines from existing trees and shrubs that overhang walks, streets and drives, orparking areas as follows:1.Walks - within 8 feet vertically of the proposed walk elevation.2.Parking areas - within 12 feet vertically of the proposed parking surface elevation.3.Streets and drives - within 14 feet vertically of the proposed driving surface elevation.D.All pruning shall be done in accordance with ANSI A300 (part 1), ISA BMP Tree Pruning (latest edition, and the"Structural Pruning: A Guide for the Green Industry", Edward Gilman, Brian Kempf, Nelda Matheny and Jim Clark, 2013 UrbanTree Foundation, Visalia CA.E.Perform other pruning task as indicated on the drawings or requested by the Owner's Representative.F.Where tree specific disease vectors require, sterilize all pruning tools between the work in individual trees.3.13WATERINGA.The Contractor shall be fully responsible to ensure that adequate water is provided to all plants to be preserved duringthe entire construction period. Adequate water is defined to be maintaining soil moisture above the permanent wilt point to adepth of 8 inches or greater.B.The Contractor shall adjust the automatic irrigation system, if available, and apply additional water, using hoses orwater tanks as required.C.Periodically test the moisture content in the soil within the root zone to determine the water content.3.14WEED REMOVALA.During the construction period, control any plants that seed in and around the fenced Tree and Plant Protection area atleast three times a year.1.All plants that are not shown on the planting plan or on the Tree and Plant Protection Plan to remain shall beconsidered as weeds.B.At the end of the construction period provide one final weeding of the Tree and Plant Protection Area.3.15INSECT AND DISEASE CONTROLLERA.Monitor all plants to remain for disease and insect infestations during the entire construction period. Provide alldisease and insect control required to keep the plants in a healthy state using the principles of Integrated Plant Management(IPM). All pesticides shall be applied by a certified pesticide applicator.3.16CLEAN-UPA.During tree and plant protection work, keep the site free of trash, pavements reasonably clean and work area in anorderly condition at the end of each day. Remove trash and debris in containers from the site no less than once a week.1.Immediately clean up any spilled or tracked soil, fuel, oil, trash or debris deposited by the Contractor from allsurfaces within the project or on public right of ways and neighboring property.B.Once tree protection work is complete, wash all soil from pavements and other structures. Ensure that Mulch isconfined to planting beds.C.Make all repairs to grades, ruts, and damage to the work or other work at the site.D.Remove and dispose of all excess Mulch, Wood Chips, packaging, and other material brought to the site by theContractor.3.17Removal of fencing and other Tree and plant protectionA.At the end of the construction period or when requested by the Owner's Representative remove all fencing, WoodChips or Mulch, Geogrids and Filter Fabric, trunk protection and or any other Tree and Plant Protection material.3.18DAMAGE OR LOSS TO EXISTING Plants TO REMAINB.Any trees or plants designated to remain and which are damaged by the Contractor shall be replaced in kind by theContractor at their own expense. Trees shall be replaced with a tree of similar species and of equal size or 6 inch caliper whichever is less. Shrubs shall be replaced with a plant of similar species and equal size or the largest size plants reasonablyavailable which ever is less. Where replacement plants are to be less than the size of the plant that is damaged, the Owner'sRepresentative shall approve the size and quality of the replacement plant.1.All trees and plants shall be installed per the requirements of Specification Section Planting.C.Plants that are damaged shall be considered as requiring replacement or appraisal in the event that the damageaffects more than 25 % of the crown, 25% of the trunk circumference, or root protection area, or the tree is damaged in such amanner that the tree could develop into a potential hazard. Trees and shrubs to be replaced shall be removed by theContractor at his own expense.1.The Owner's Representative may engage an independent arborist to assess any tree or plant that appears to havebeen damaged to determine their health or condition.C.Any tree that is determined to be dead, damaged or potentially hazardous by the Owner's arborist and upon therequest of the Owner's Representative shall be immediately removed by the Contractor at no additional expense to the owner.Tree removal shall include all clean up of all wood parts and grinding of the stump to a depth sufficient to plant the replacementtree or plant, removal of all chips from the stump site and filling the resulting hole with topsoil.D.Any remedial work on damaged existing plants recommended by the consulting arborist shall be completed by theContractor at no cost to the owner. Remedial work shall include but is not limited to: soil compaction remediation and verticalmulching, pruning and or cabling, insect and disease control including injections, compensatory watering, additional mulching,and could include application tree growth regulators (TGR).E.Remedial work may extend up to two years following the completion of construction to allow for any requirements ofmultiple applications or the need to undertake applications at required seasons of the year.END OF SECTION 015639SECTION 32 9300PLANTINGPART 1 GENERAL1.1SUMMARYA.The scope of work includes all labor, materials, appliances, tools, equipment, facilities, transportation and servicesnecessary for, and incidental to performing all operations in connection with furnishing, delivery, and installation of plant (alsoknown as "landscaping”) complete as shown on the drawings and as specified herein.B.The scope of work in this section includes, but is not limited to, the following:1.Locate, purchase, deliver and install all specified plants.2.Water all specified plants.3.Mulch, fertilize, stake, and prune all specified plants.4.Maintenance of all specified plants until the beginning of the warranty period.5.Plant warranty.6.Clean up and disposal of all excess and surplus material.7.Maintenance of all specified plants during the warranty period.1.2CONTRACT DOCUMENTSA.Shall consist of specifications and general conditions and the construction drawings. The intent of these documents isto include all labor, materials, and services necessary for the proper execution of the work. The documents are to beconsidered as one. Whatever is called for by any parts shall be as binding as if called for in all parts.1.3RELATED DOCUMENTS AND REFERENCESA.Related Documents:1.Drawings and general provisions of contract including general and supplementary conditions and Division Ispecifications apply to work of this section2.Related Specification Sectionsa.Section - Tree Protection and Plant ProtectionB.References: The following specifications and standards of the organizations and documents listed in this paragraphform a part of the specification to the extent required by the references thereto. In the event that the requirements of thefollowing referenced standards and specification conflict with this specification section the requirements of this specificationshall prevail. In the event that the requirements of any of the following referenced standards and specifications conflict witheach other the more stringent requirement shall prevail or as determined by the Owners Representative.1.State of California, Department of Food and Agriculture, Regulations for Nursery Inspections, Rules and Grading.2.ANSI Z60.1 American Standard for Nursery Stock, most current edition.3.ANSI A 300 - Standard Practices for Tree, Shrub and other Woody Plant Maintenance, most current edition andparts.4.Florida Grades and Standards for Nursery Stock, current edition (Florida Department of Agriculture, TallahasseeFL).5.Interpretation of plant names and descriptions shall reference the following documents. Where the names or plantdescriptions disagree between the several documents, the most current document shall prevail.a.USDA - The Germplasm Resources Information Network (GRIN) http://www.ars-grin.gov/npgs/searchgrin.htmlb.Manual of Woody Landscape Plants; Michael Dirr; Stipes Publishing, Champaign, Illinois; Most Current Edition.c.The New Sunset Western Garden Book, Oxmoor House, most current edition.6.Pruning practices shall conform to recommendations “Structural Pruning: A Guide For The Green Industry” mostcurrent edition; published by Urban Tree Foundation, Visalia, California.7.Glossary of Arboricultural Terms, International Society of Arboriculture, Champaign IL, most current edition.1.4VERIFICATIONA.All scaled dimensions on the drawings are approximate. Before proceeding with any work, the Contractor shallcarefully check and verify all dimensions and quantities, and shall immediately inform the Owner's Representative of anydiscrepancies between the information on the drawings and the actual conditions, refraining from doing any work in said areasuntil given approval to do so by the Owner's Representative.B.In the case of a discrepancy in the plant quantities between the plan drawings and the plant call outs, list or plantschedule, the number of plants or square footage of the planting bed actually drawn on the plan drawings shall be deemedcorrect and prevail.1.5PERMITS AND REGULATIONSA.The Contractor shall obtain and pay for all permits related to this section of the work unless previously excluded underprovision of the contract or general conditions. The Contractor shall comply with all laws and ordinances bearing on theoperation or conduct of the work as drawn and specified. If the Contractor observes that a conflict exists between permitrequirements and the work outlined in the contract documents, the Contractor shall promptly notify the Owner's Representativein writing including a description of any necessary changes and changes to the contract price resulting from changes in thework.B.Wherever references are made to standards or codes in accordance with which work is to be performed or tested, theedition or revision of the standards and codes current on the effective date of this contract shall apply, unless otherwiseexpressly set forth.C.In case of conflict among any referenced standards or codes or between any referenced standards and codes and thespecifications, the more restrictive standard shall apply or Owner's Representative shall determine which shall govern.1.6PROTECTION OF WORK, PROPERTY AND PERSONA.The Contractor shall adequately protect the work, adjacent property, and the public, and shall be responsible for anydamages or injury due to his/her actions.1.7CHANGES IN THE WORKA.The Owner's Representative may order changes in the work, and the contract sum should be adjusted accordingly. Allsuch orders and adjustments plus claims by the Contractor for extra compensation must be made and approved in writingbefore executing the work involved.B.All changes in the work, notifications and contractor's request for information (RFI) shall conform to the contractgeneral condition requirements.1.8CORRECTION OF WORKA.The Contractor, at their own cost, shall re-execute any work that fails to conform to the requirements of the contractand shall remedy defects due to faulty materials or workmanship upon written notice from the Owner's Representative, at thesoonest as possible time that can be coordinated with other work and seasonal weather demands.1.9DEFINITIONSAll terms in this specification shall be as defined in the “Glossary of Arboricultural Terms” or as modified below.A.Boxed trees: A container root ball package made of wood in the shape of a four-sided box.B.Container plant: Plants that are grown in and/or are currently in a container including boxed trees.C.Defective plant: Any plant that fails to meet the plant quality requirement of this specification.D.End of Warranty Final Acceptance: The date when the Owner's Representative accepts that the plants and work in thissection meet all the requirements of the warranty. It is intended that the materials and workmanship warranty for Planting,Planting Soil, and Irrigation work run concurrent with each other.E.Field grown trees (B&B): Trees growing in field soil for at least 12 months prior to harvest.F.Healthy: Plants that are growing in a condition that expresses leaf size, crown density, color; and with annual growthrates typical of the species and cultivar's horticultural description, adjusted for the planting site soil, drainage and weatherconditions.G.Kinked root: A root within the root package that bends more than 90 degrees.H.Maintenance: Actions that preserve the health of plants after installation and as defined in this specification.I.Maintenance period: The time period, as defined in this specification, which the Contractor is to provide maintenance.J.Normal: the prevailing protocol of industry standard(s).K.Owner's Representative: The person appointed by the Owner to represent their interest in the review and approval ofthe work and to serve as the contracting authority with the Contractor. The Owner's Representative or Owner may appointother persons to review and approve any aspects of the work, such as the landscape architect who prepared the plans.L.Reasonable and reasonably: When used in this specification relative to plant quality, it is intended to mean that theconditions cited will not affect the establishment or long term stability, health or growth of the plant. This specificationrecognizes that it is not possible to produce plants free of all defects, but that some accepted industry protocols and standardsresult in plants unacceptable to this project.When reasonable or reasonably is used in relation to other issues such as weeds, diseased, insects, it shall mean atlevels low enough that no treatment would be required when applying recognized Integrated Plant Managementpractices.This specification recognizes that some decisions cannot be totally based on measured findings and that professionaljudgment is required. In cases of differing opinion, the Owner's Representative's expert shall determine whenconditions are judged as reasonable.M.Root ball: The mass of roots including any soil or substrate that is shipped with the tree within the root ball package.N.Root ball package. The material that surrounds the root ball during shipping. The root package may include thematerial in which the plant was grown, or new packaging placed around the root ball for shipping.O.Root collar (root crown, root flare, trunk flare, flare): The region at the base of the trunk where the majority of thestructural roots join the plant stem, usually at or near ground level.P.Shrub: Woody plants with mature height approximately less than 15 feet.Q.Spade harvested and transplanted: Field grown trees that are mechanically harvested and immediately transplanted tothe final growing site without being removed from the digging machine.R.Stem: The trunk of the tree.S.Substantial Completion Acceptance: The date at the end of the Planting, Planting Soil, and Irrigation installation wherethe Owner's Representative accepts that all work in these sections is complete and the Warranty period has begun. This datemay be different than the date of substantial completion for the other sections of the project.T.Stem girdling root: Any root more than ¼ inch diameter currently touching the trunk, or with the potential to touch thetrunk, above the root collar approximately tangent to the trunk circumference or circling the trunk. Roots shall be considered asStem Girdling that have, or are likely to have in the future, root to trunk bark contact.U.Structural root: One of the largest roots emerging from the root collar.V.Tree: Single and multi-stemmed plants with mature height approximately greater than 15 feet.1.10SUBMITTALSA.See contract general conditions for policy and procedure related to submittals.B.Submit all product submittals 4 weeks prior to installation of plantings.C.Product data: Submit manufacturer product data and literature describing all products required by this section to theOwner's Representative for approval. Provide submittal four weeks before the installation of plants.D.Plant growers' certificates: Submit plant growers' certificates for all plants indicating that each meets the requirementsof the specification, including the requirements of tree quality, to the Owner's Representative for approval. Provide submittalfour weeks before the installation of plants.E.Samples: Submit samples of each product and material where required by the specification to the Owner'sRepresentative for approval. Label samples to indicate product, characteristics, and locations in the work. Samples will bereviewed for appearance only. Compliance with all other requirements is the exclusive responsibility of the Contractor.F.Plant sources: Submit sources of all plants as required by Article - “Selection of Plants” to the Owner's Representativefor approval.G.Close out submittals: Submit to the Owner's Representative for approval.1.Plant maintenance data and requirements.H.Warranty period site visit record: If there is no maintenance during the warranty period, after each site visit during thewarranty period, by the Contractor, as required by this specification, submit a written record of the visit, including any problems,potential problems, and any recommended corrective action to the Owner's Representative for approval.1.11OBSERVATION OF THE WORKA.The Owner's Representative may observe the work at any time. They may remove samples of materials for conformityto specifications. Rejected materials shall be immediately removed from the site and replaced at the Contractor's expense. Thecost of testing materials not meeting specifications shall be paid by the Contractor.B.The Owner's Representative shall be informed of the progress of the work so the work may be observed at thefollowing key times in the construction process. The Owner's Representative shall be afforded sufficient time to schedule visit tothe site. Failure of the Owner's Representative to make field observations shall not relieve the Contractor from meeting all therequirements of this specification.1.SITE CONDITIONS PRIOR TO THE START OF PLANTING: review the soil and drainage conditions.2.COMPLETION OF THE PLANT LAYOUT STAKING: Review of the plant layout.3.PLANT QUALITY: Review of plant quality at the time of delivery and prior to installation. Review tree quality priorto unloading where possible, but in all cases prior to planting.4.COMPLETION OF THE PLANTING: Review the completed planting.1.12PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCEA.Schedule a pre-construction meeting with the Owner's Representative at least seven (7) days before beginning work toreview any questions the Contractor may have regarding the work, administrative procedures during construction and projectwork schedule.1.13QUALITY ASSURANCEA.Substantial Completion Acceptance - Acceptance of the work prior to the start of the warranty period:1.Once the Contractor completes the installation of all items in this section, the Owner's Representative will observeall work for Substantial Completion Acceptance upon written request of the Contractor. The request shall bereceived at least ten calendar days before the anticipated date of the observation.2.Substantial Completion Acceptance by the Owner's Representative shall be for general conformance to specifiedsize, character and quality and not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for full conformance to the contractdocuments, including correct species.3.Any plants that are deemed defective as defined under the provisions below shall not be accepted.B.The Owner's Representative will provide the Contractor with written acknowledgment of the date of SubstantialCompletion Acceptance and the beginning of the warranty period and plant maintenance period (if plant maintenance isincluded).C.Contractor's Quality Assurance Responsibilities: The Contractor is solely responsible for quality control of the work.D.Installer Qualifications: The installer shall be a firm having at least 5 years of successful experience of a scope similarto that required for the work, including the handling and planting of large specimen trees in urban areas. The same firm shallinstall planting soil (where applicable) and plant material.1.The bidders list for work under this section shall be approved by the Owner's Representative.2.Installer Field Supervision: When any planting work is in progress, installer shall maintain, on site, a full-timesupervisor who can communicate in English with the Owner's Representative.3.Installer's field supervisor shall have a minimum of five years experience as a field supervisor installing plants andtrees of the quality and scale of the proposed project, and can communicate in English with the Owner'sRepresentative.4.The installer's crew shall have a minimum of 3 years experienced in the installation of Planting Soil, Plantings, andIrrigation (where applicable) and interpretation of soil plans, planting plans and irrigation plans.E.1.14PLANT WARRANTY:1.The Contractor agrees to replace defective work and defective plants. The Owner's Representative shall make thefinal determination if plants meet these specifications or that plants are defective.Plants warranty shall begin on the date of Substantial Completion Acceptance and continue for the followingperiods, classed by plant type:d.Trees - 1 Year(s).e.Shrubs - 1 Year(s).f.Ground cover and perennial flower plants -1 Year(s).g.Bulbs, annual flower and seasonal color plants - for the period of expected bloom or primary display.2.When the work is accepted in parts, the warranty periods shall extend from each of the partial SubstantialCompletion Acceptances to the terminal date of the last warranty period. Thus, all warranty periods for each classof plant warranty, shall terminate at one time.3.All plants shall be warrantied to meet all the requirements for plant quality at installation in this specification.Defective plants shall be defined as plants not meeting these requirements. The Owner's representative shallmake the final determination that plants are defective.2.Plants determined to be defective shall be removed immediately upon notification by the Owner's Representativeand replaced without cost to the Owner, as soon as weather conditions permit and within the specified plantingperiod.3.Any work required by this specification or the Owner's Representative during the progress of the work, to correctplant defects including the removal of roots or branches, or planting plants that have been bare rooted duringinstallation to observe for or correct root defects shall not be considered as grounds to void any conditions of thewarranty. In the event that the Contractor decides that such remediation work may compromise the future healthof the plant, the plant or plants in question shall be rejected and replaced with plants that do not contain defectsthat require remediation or correction.4.The Contractor is exempt from replacing plants, after Substantial Completion Acceptance and during the warrantyperiod, that are removed by others, lost or damaged due to occupancy of project, lost or damaged by a third party,vandalism, or any natural disaster.5.Replacements shall closely match adjacent specimens of the same species. Replacements shall be subject to allrequirements stated in this specification. Make all necessary repairs due to plant replacements. Such repairs shallbe done at no extra cost to the Owner.6.The warranty of all replacement plants shall extend for an additional one-year period from the date of theiracceptance after replacement. In the event that a replacement plant is not acceptable during or at the end of thesaid extended warranty period, the Owner's Representative may elect one more replacement items or credit foreach item. These tertiary replacement items are not protected under a warranty period.7.During and by the end of the warranty period, remove all tree wrap, ties, and guying unless agreed to by theOwner's Representative to remain in place. All trees that do not have sufficient caliper to remain upright, or thoserequiring additional anchorage in windy locations, shall be staked or remain staked, if required by the Owner'sRepresentative.B.End of Warranty Final Acceptance - Acceptance of plants at the end of the warranty period.1.At the end of the warranty period, the Owner's Representative shall observe all warranted work, upon writtenrequest of the Contractor. The request shall be received at least ten calendar days before the anticipated date forfinal observation.2.End of Warranty Final Acceptance will be given only when all the requirements of the work under this specificationand in specification sections Planting Soil and Irrigation have been met.LP.3LANDSCAPESPECIFICATIONSSHEET #3601 PGA Blvd., Suite 220, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 phone: 561-249-0940 email: info@insitestudio.com www.insitestudio.com License#:LC26000606Revisions:Drawn By:Drawing #:Date:Consultants:i n s tu d i o s i t e planning + landscape architecture06/28/20231273CZAKTENNIS FACILITIES RENOVATION HUNTERS RUN Boynton Beach, FloridaALWAYS CALL 811 TWO FULL BUSINESS DAYS BEFORE YOU DIG TOHAVE UNDERGROUND UTILITIES LOCATED AND MARKED.7/10/23- Intake8/31/23- 1st Resubmittal 1.15SELECTION AND OBSERVATION OF PLANTSA.The Owner's Representative may review all plants subject to approval of size, health, quality, character, etc. Reviewor approval of any plant during the process of selection, delivery, installation and establishment period shall notprevent that plant from later rejection in the event that the plant quality changes or previously existing defects becomeapparent that were not observed.B.Plant Selection: The Owner's Representative reserves the right to select and observe all plants at the nursery prior todelivery and to reject plants that do not meet specifications as set forth in this specification. If a particular defect orsubstandard element can be corrected at the nursery, as determined by the Owner's Representative, the agreed uponremedy may be applied by the nursery or the Contractor provided that the correction allows the plant to meet therequirements set forth in this specification. Any work to correct plant defects shall be at the contractor's expense.1.The Owner's Representative may make invasive observation of the plant's root system in the area of the rootcollar and the top of the root ball in general in order to determine that the plant meets the quality requirements fordepth of the root collar and presence of roots above the root collar. Such observations will not harm the plant.2.Corrections are to be undertaken at the nursery prior to shipping.C.The Contractor shall bear all cost related to plant corrections.D.All plants that are rejected shall be immediately removed from the site and acceptable replacement plants provided atno cost to the Owner.E.Submit to the Owner's Representative, for approval, plant sources including the names and locations of nurseriesproposed as sources of acceptable plants, and a list of the plants they will provide. The plant list shall include thebotanical and common name and the size at the time of selection. Observe all nursery materials to determine that thematerials meet the requirements of this section.F.The Contractor shall require the grower or re-wholesale supplier to permit the Owner's Representative to observe theroot system of all plants at the nursery or job site prior to planting including random removal of soil or substratearound the base of the plant. Observation may be as frequent and as extensive as needed to verify that the plantsmeet the requirements of the specifications and conform to requirements.G.Where requested by the Owner's Representative, submit photographs of plants or representative samples of plants.Photographs shall be legible and clearly depict the plant specimen. Each submitted image shall contain a heightreference, such as a measuring stick. The approval of plants by the Owner's Representative via photograph does notpreclude the Owner's Representative's right to reject material while on site.1.16PLANT SUBSTITUTIONS FOR PLANTS NOT AVAILABLEA.Submit all requests for substitutions of plant species, or size to the Owner's Representative, for approval, prior topurchasing the proposed substitution. Request for substitution shall be accompanied with a list of nurseries contactedin the search for the required plant and a record of other attempts to locate the required material. Requests shall alsoinclude sources of plants found that may be of a smaller or larger size, or a different shape or habit than specified, orplants of the same genus and species but different cultivar origin, or which may otherwise not meet the requirementsof the specifications, but which may be available for substitution.1.17SITE CONDITIONSA.It is the responsibility of the Contractor to be aware of all surface and sub-surface conditions, and to notify theOwner's Representative, in writing, of any circumstances that would negatively impact the health of plantings. Do notproceed with work until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.1.Should subsurface drainage or soil conditions be encountered which would be detrimental to growth or survival ofplant material, the Contractor shall notify the Owner's Representative in writing, stating the conditions and submit aproposal covering cost of corrections. If the Contractor fails to notify the Owner's Representative of suchconditions, he/she shall remain responsible for plant material under the warranty clause of the specifications.B.It is the responsibility of the Contractor to be familiar with the local growing conditions, and if any specified plants willbe in conflict with these conditions. Report any potential conflicts, in writing, to the Owner's Representative.C.This specification requires that all Planting Soil and Irrigation (if applicable) work be completed and accepted prior tothe installation of any plants.1.Planting operations shall not begin until such time that the irrigation system is completely operational for thearea(s) to be planted, and the irrigation system for that area has been preliminarily observed and approved by theOwner's Representative.D.Actual planting shall be performed during those periods when weather and soil conditions are suitable in accordancewith locally accepted horticultural practices.1.Do not install plants into saturated or frozen soils. Do not install plants during inclement weather, such as rain orsnow or during extremely hot, cold or windy conditions.1.18PLANTING AROUND UTILITIESA.Contractor shall carefully examine the civil, record, and survey drawings to become familiar with the existingunderground conditions before digging.B.Determine location of underground utilities and perform work in a manner that will avoid possible damage. Handexcavate, as required. Maintain grade stakes set by others until parties concerned mutually agree upon removal.C.Notification of Local Utility Locator Service, Sunshine 811, is required for all planting areas: The Contractor isresponsible for knowing the location and avoiding utilities that are not covered by Sunshine 811.PART 2 PRODUCTS2.1PLANTS: GENERALA.Standards and measurement: Provide plants of quantity, size, genus, species, and variety or cultivars as shown andscheduled in contract documents.1.All plants including the root ball dimensions or container size to trunk caliper ratio shall conform to ANSI Z60.1“American Standard for Nursery Stock” latest edition, unless modified by provisions in this specification. Whenthere is a conflict between this specification and ANSI Z60.1, this specification section shall be considered correct.2.Plants larger than specified may be used if acceptable to the Owner's Representative. Use of such plants shall notincrease the contract price. If larger plants are accepted the root ball size shall be in accordance with ANSI Z-60.1.Larger plants may not be acceptable if the resulting root ball cannot be fit into the required planting space.3.If a range of size is given, no plant shall be less than the minimum size and not less than 50 percent of the plantsshall be as large as the maximum size specified. The measurements specified are the minimum and maximumsize acceptable and are the measurements after pruning, where pruning is required.B.Proper Identification: All trees shall be true to name as ordered or shown on planting plans.C.Compliance: All trees shall comply with federal and state laws and regulations requiring observation for plant disease,pests, and weeds. Observation certificates required by law shall accompany each shipment of plants.D.Plant Quality:1.General: Provide healthy stock, grown in a nursery and reasonably free of die-back, disease, insects, eggs, bores,and larvae. At the time of planting all plants shall have a root system, stem, and branch form that will not restrictnormal growth, stability and health for the expected life of the plant2.Plant quality above the soil line:a.Plants shall be healthy with the color, shape, size and distribution of trunk, stems, branches, buds and leavesnormal to the plant type specified. Tree quality above the soil line shall comply with the Florida Grades andStandards tree grade Florida Fancy or Florida #1 and the following:1.)Crown: The form and density of the crown shall be typical for a young specimen of the species or cultivarpruned to a central and dominant leader.a.)Crown specifications do not apply to plants that have been specifically trained in the nursery as topiary,espalier, multi-stem, clump, or unique selections such as contorted or weeping cultivars.2.)Leaves: The size, color, and appearance of leaves shall be typical for the time of year and stage of growthof the species or cultivar. Trees shall not show signs of prolonged moisture stress or over watering asindicated by wilted, shriveled, or dead leaves.3.)Branches: Shoot growth (length and diameter) throughout the crown should be appropriate for the age andsize of the species or cultivar. Trees shall not have dead, diseased, broken, distorted, or otherwise injuredbranches.a.)Main branches shall be distributed along the central leader not clustered together. They shall form abalanced crown appropriate for the cultivar/species.b.) Branch diameter shall be no larger than two-thirds (one-half is preferred) the diameter of the centralleader measured 1 inch above the branch union.c.) The attachment of the largest branches (scaffold branches) shall be free of included bark.4.)Trunk: The tree trunk shall be relatively straight, vertical, and free of wounds that penetrate to the wood(properly made pruning cuts, closed or not, are acceptable and are not considered wounds), sunburnedareas, conks (fungal fruiting bodies), wood cracks, sap leakage, signs of boring insects, galls, cankers,girdling ties, or lesions (mechanical injury).3.Trees shall have one central leader. If the leader was headed, a new leader (with a live terminal bud) at leastone-half the diameter of the pruning cut shall be present.1.)All trees are assumed to have one central leader trees unless a different form is specified in the plant list ordrawings.4.All graft unions, where applicable, shall be completely closed without visible sign of graft rejection. All grafts shallbe visible above the soil line.5.Trunk caliper and taper shall be sufficient so that the lower five feet of the trunk remains vertical without a stake.Auxiliary stake may be used to maintain a straight leader in the upper half of the tree.3.Plant quality at or below the soil line:a.Plant roots shall be normal to the plant type specified. Root observations shall take place without impactingtree health. Root quality at or below the soil line shall comply with the project Root Acceptance details and thefollowing:1.)The roots shall be reasonably free of scrapes, broken or split wood.2.)The root system shall be reasonably free of injury from biotic (e.g., insects and pathogens) andabiotic (e.g., herbicide toxicity and salt injury) agents. Wounds resulting from root pruning used toproduce a high quality root system are not considered injuries.3.)A minimum of three structural roots reasonably distributed around the trunk (not clustered on oneside) shall be found in each plant. Root distribution shall be uniform throughout the root ball, andgrowth shall be appropriate for the species.a.)Plants with structural roots on only one side of the trunk (J roots) shall be rejected.4.)The root collar shall be within the upper 2 inches of the substrate/soil. Two structural roots shall reachthe side of the root ball near the top surface of the root ball. The grower may request a modification tothis requirement for species with roots that rapidly descend, provided that the grower removes allstem girdling roots above the structural roots across the top of the root ball.5.)The root system shall be reasonably free of stem girdling roots over the root collar or kinked rootsfrom nursery production practices.6.)At time of observations and delivery, the root ball shall be moist throughout. Roots shall not showsigns of excess soil moisture conditions as indicated by stunted, discolored, distorted, or dead roots.E.Submittals: Submit for approval the required plant quality certifications from the grower where plants are to bepurchased, for each plant type. The certification must state that each plant meets all the above plant qualityrequirements.1.The grower's certification of plant quality does not prohibit the Owner's Representative from observing any plant orrejecting the plant if it is found to not meet the specification requirements.2.2ROOT BALL PACKAGE OPTIONS: The following root ball packages are permitted. Specific root ball packages shall berequired where indicated on the plant list or in this specification. Any type of root ball packages that is not specificallydefined in this specification shall not be permitted.A.BALLED AND BURLAPPED PLANTS2.All Balled and Burlapped Plants shall be field grown, and the root ball packaged in a burlap and twine and/orburlap and wire basket package.3.Plants shall be harvested with the following modifications to standard nursery practices.a.Prior to digging any tree that fails to meet the requirement for maximum soil and roots above the root collar,carefully removed the soil from the top of the root ball of each plant, using hand tools, water or an air spade, tolocate the root collar and attain the soil depth over the structural roots requirements. Remove all stem girdlingroots above the root collar. Care must be exercised not to damage the surface of the root collar and the top ofthe structural roots.b.Trees shall be dug for a minimum of 4 weeks and a maximum of 52 weeks prior to shipping. Trees dug 4 to 52weeks prior to shipping are defined as hardened-off. Digging is defined as cutting all roots and lifting the treeout of the ground and either moving it to a new location in the nursery or placing it back into the same hole.Tress that are stored out of the ground shall be placed in a holding area protected from extremes of wind andsun with the root ball protected by covering with mulch or straw and irrigated sufficiently to keep moisture in theroot ball above wilt point and below saturationc.If wire baskets are used to support the root ball, a “low profile” basket shall be used. A low profile basket isdefined as having the top of the highest loops on the basket no less than 4 inches and no greater than 8 inchesbelow the shoulder of the root ball package. The basket shall be removed completely at time of planting.1.)At nurseries where sandy soils prevent the use of “low profile baskets”, baskets that support the entire rootball, including the top, are allowable.d.Twine and burlap used for wrapping the root ball package shall be natural, biodegradable material. If the burlapdecomposes after digging the tree then the root ball shall be re-wrapped prior to shipping if roots have not yetgrown to keep root ball intact during shipping.SPADE HARVESTED AND TRANSPLANTED1.Spade Harvested and Transplanted Plants shall meet all the requirements for field grown trees. Root balldiameters shall be of similar size as the ANSI Z60.1 requirements for Balled and Burlapped plants.2.Trees shall be harvested prior to leafing out (bud break) in the spring or during the fall planting period except forplants know to be considered as fall planting hazards. Plants that are fall planting hazards shall only be harvestedprior to leafing out in the spring.3.Trees shall be moved and planted within 48 hours of the initial harvesting and shall remain in the spade machineuntil planted.C.CONTAINER (INCLUDING ABOVE-GROUND FABRIC CONTAINERS AND BOXES) PLANTS4.Container plants may be permitted only when indicated on the drawing, in this specification, or approved by theOwner's Representative.5.Provide plants shall be established and well rooted in removable containers.6.Container class size shall conform to ANSI Z60.1 for container plants for each size and type of plant.D.BARE ROOT PLANTS7.Harvest bare root plants while the plant is dormant and a minimum of 4 weeks prior to leaf out (bud break).8.The root spread dimensions of the harvested plants shall conform to ANSI Z60.1 for nursery grown bare rootplants for each size and type of plant. Just prior to shipping to the job site, dip the root system into a slurry ofhydrogel (cross linked polyacrylamide) and water mixed at a rate of 15 oz. of hydrogel in 25 gallons of water. Donot shake off the excess hydrogel. Place the root system in a pleated black plastic bag and tie the bag snuglyaround the trunk. Bundle and tie the upper branches together.9.Keep the trees in a cool dark space for storage and delivery. If daytime outside temperatures exceeds 70 degreesF, utilize a refrigerated storage area with temperature between 35 and 50 degrees.10.Where possible, plan time of planting to be before bud break. For trees to be planted after bud break, place thetrees before bud break in an irrigated bed of pea gravel.a.The pea gravel bed shall be 18 inches deep over a sheet of plastic.b.Space trees to allow the unbundled branches to grow without shading each other.c.Once stored in pea gravel, allow the trees sufficient time for the new root system to flush and spring growth ofleaves to fully develop before planting.d.Pea gravel stored trees may be kept for up to one growing season.e.Pea gravel stored trees shall be dipped, packaged and shipped similar to the requirements for freshly dug bareroot trees above.2.3ANNUAL FLOWERING AND SEASONAL COLOR PLANTSE.Container or flat-grown plants should be sized as noted in the planting plan. Plants shall be well-rooted and healthy.2.4PALMSF.Except as modified below or where the requirements are not appropriate to the specification of palms, palms shallmeet all the requirements of the plant quality section above.G.Defronding, tying, and hedging:5.In preparing palm trees for relocation, all dead fronds shall be removed.6.All remaining fronds above horizontal shall be lifted up and tied together around the crown in an upright position.Do not tie too tightly, bind or injure the bud. Jute binder twine shall be used in tying up the fronds; wire will not bepermitted. Fronds shall be untied immediately after planting.C.Digging the root ball:1.When digging out the root ball, no evacuation shall be done closer than 24 Inches to the trunk at ground level andthe excavation shall extend below the major root system to a minimum depth of 3.5 feet. The bottom of the rootball shall be cut off square and perpendicular to the trunk below the major root system.D.The Contractor shall not free-fall, drag, roll or abuse the tree or put a strain on the crown (bud area) at any time. Aprotective device shall be used around the trunk of the tree while lifting and relocating so as not to injure the bud, orscar or skin the trunk in any way.2.5PLANTING SOILPlanting Soil shall contain a mixture of 1/3 sand, 13 topsoil and 13 peat humus. Sand shll be clean, salt-free and containing noextraneous matter. Topsoil shall be friable fertile soil with representative characteristics of area soils. it should be free of heacysilt, stone, excess lime, shell rock, plant roots, debris or other foreign matter. It shall not contain noxious plant growth (such asbermuda, torpedo or nut grass). it shall test between the ph range of 5.0 to 7.0 unless otherwise specified and contain no toxicresidue or substances that would endanger plant growth. if topsoil is not available on site, it shall be imported from localsources with similar soil characteristics to that found at project site. obtain topsoil only from naturally, well-drained sites wheretopsoil occurs in a depth not less than 4". Peat humus shall be decomposed peat with no identifiable fibers or if available,muck may be substituted and shall be free from stones, excessive plant roots, debris or other foreign matter. muck shall not beoverly saturated with water.2.6MULCHA.Mulch shall be Melaleuca or Eucalyptus and shall cover all landscape bed areas in a 3" minimum layer. Do not letmulch pile up on root ball or around trunks of trees plants. Submit supplier's product specification data sheet and aone gallon sample for approval.2.7TREE STAKING AND GUYING MATERIALA.Tree guying to be flat woven polypropylene material, 3/4 inch wide, and 900 lb. break strength. Color to be Green.Product to be ArborTie manufactured by Deep Root Partners, L.P. or approved equal.B.Stakes shall be lodge pole stakes free of knots and of diameters and lengths appropriate to the size of plant asrequired to adequately support the plant.C.Below ground anchorage systems to be constructed of 2 x 2 dimensional untreated wood securing (using 3 inch longscrews) horizontal portions to 4 feet long vertical stakes driven straight into the ground outside the root ball.D.Submit manufacturer's product data for approval.2.9WATERING BAGSE.Plastic tree watering bags holding a minimum of 15 gallons of water and with a slow drip hole(s) water releasesystem, specifically designed to water establishing trees. Water should release over a several day period, not within afew hoursF.Watering bags shall be:1.Treegator Irrigation Bags sized to the appropriate model for the requirements of the plant, manufactured bySpectrum Products, Inc., Youngsville, NC 27596.2.Ooze Tube sized to the appropriate model for the requirements of the plant, manufactured by Engineered WaterSolutions, Atlanta, GA.3.Or approved equal.C.Submit manufacturer's product data for approval.PART 3 EXECUTION3.1DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLINGA.Protect materials from deterioration during delivery and storage. Adequately protect plants from drying out, exposureof roots to sun, wind or extremes of heat and cold temperatures. If planting is delayed more than 24 hours afterdelivery, set plants in a location protected from sun and wind. Provide adequate water to the root ball package duringthe shipping and storage period.1.All plant materials must be available for observation prior to planting.2.Using a soil moisture meter, periodically check the soil moisture in the root balls of all plants to assure that theplants are being adequately watered. Volumetric soil moisture shall be maintained above wilting point and belowfield capacity for the root ball substrate or soil.B.Do not deliver more plants to the site than there is space with adequate storage conditions. Provide a suitable remotestaging area for plants and other supplies.1.The Owner's Representative or Contractor shall approve the duration, method and location of storage of plants.C.Provide protective covering over all plants during transporting.3.2ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONSA.No planting shall take place during extremely hot, dry, windy or freezing weather.3.3COORDINATION WITH PROJECT WORKA.The Contractor shall coordinate with all other work that may impact the completion of the work.B.Prior to the start of work, prepare a detailed schedule of the work for coordination with other trades.C.Coordinate the relocation of any irrigation lines, heads or the conduits of other utility lines that are in conflict with treelocations. Root balls shall not be altered to fit around lines. Notify the Owner's Representative of any conflictsencountered.3.4LAYOUT AND PLANTING SEQUENCEA.Relative positions of all plants and trees are subject to approval of the Owner's Representative.B.Notify the Owner's Representative, one (1) week prior to layout. Layout all individual tree and shrub locations. Placeplants above surface at planting location or place a labeled stake at planting location. Layout bed lines with paint forthe Owner's Representative's approval. Secure the Owner's Representative's acceptance before digging and start ofplanting work.C.When applicable, plant trees before other plants are installed.D.It is understood that plants are not precise objects and that minor adjustments in the layout will be required as theplanting plan is constructed. These adjustments may not be apparent until some or all of the plants are installed.Make adjustments as required by the Owner's Representative including relocating previously installed plants.3.5SOIL PROTECTION DURING PLANT DELIVERY AND INSTALLATIONA.Protect soil from compaction during the delivery of plants to the planting locations, digging of planting holes andinstalling plants.1.Where possible deliver and plant trees that require the use of heavy mechanized equipment prior to final soilpreparation and tilling. Where possible, restrict the driving lanes to one area instead of driving over andcompacting a large area of soil.2.Till to a depth of 6 inches, all soil that has been driven over during the installation of plants.3.6SOIL MOISTUREA.Volumetric soil moisture level, in both the planting soil and the root balls of all plants, prior to, during and after plantingshall be above permanent wilting point and below field capacity for each type of soil texture within the followingranges.Soil typePermanent wilting pointField capacitySand, Loamy sand, Sandy loam5 - 8% 12-18%Loam, Sandy clay, Sandy clay loam14 - 25% 27-36%Clay loam, Silt loam11 - 22% 31 - 36%Silty clay, Silty clay loam22 - 27% 38 - 41%1.Volumetric soil moisture shall be measured with a digital moisture meter. The meter shall be the Digital SoilMoisture Meter, DSMM500 by General Specialty Tools and Instruments, or approved equivalent.B.The Contractor shall confirm the soil moisture levels with a moisture meter. If the moisture is too high, suspendplanting operations until the soil moisture drains to below field capacity.3.7INSTALLATION OF PLANTS: GENERALC.Observe each plant after delivery and prior to installation for damage of other characteristics that may cause rejectionof the plant. Notify the Owner's Representative of any condition observed.D.No more plants shall be distributed about the planting bed area than can be planted and watered on the same day.E.The root system of each plant, regardless of root ball package type, shall be observed by the Contractor, at the timeof planting to confirm that the roots meet the requirements for plant root quality in Part 2 Products: Plants General:Plant Quality. The Contractor shall undertake at the time of planting, all modifications to the root system required bythe Owner's Representative to meet these quality standards.1.Modifications, at the time of planting, to meet the specifications for the depth of the root collar and removal of stemgirdling roots and circling roots may make the plant unstable or stress the plant to the point that the Owner'sRepresentative may choose to reject the plant rather than permitting the modification.2.Any modifications required by the Owner's Representative to make the root system conform to the plant qualitystandards outlined in Part 2 Products: Plants General: Quality, or other requirements related to the permitted rootball package, shall not be considered as grounds to modify or void the plant warranty.3.The resulting root ball may need additional staking and water after planting. The Owner's Representative mayreject the plant if the root modification process makes the tree unstable or if the tree is not healthy at the end of thewarranty period. Such plants shall still be covered under the warranty4.The Contractor remains responsible to confirm that the grower has made all required root modifications notedduring any nursery observations.F.Container and Boxed Root Ball Shaving: The outer surfaces of ALL plants in containers and boxes, including the top,sides and bottom of the root ball shall be shaved to remove all circling, descending, and matted roots. Shaving shallbe performed using saws, knives, sharp shovels or other suitable equipment that is capable of making clean cuts onthe roots. Shaving shall remove a minimum of one inch of root mat or up to 2 inches as required to remove all rootsegments that are not growing reasonably radial to the trunk.G.Exposed Stem Tissue after Modification: The required root ball modifications may result in stem tissue that has notformed trunk bark being exposed above the soil line. If such condition occurs, wrap the exposed portion of the stem ina protective wrapping with a white filter fabric. Secure the fabric with biodegradable masking tape. DO NOT USEstring, twine, green nursery ties or any other material that may girdle the trunk if not removed.H.Excavation of the Planting Space: Using hand tools or tracked mini-excavator, excavate the planting hole into thePlanting Soil to the depth of the root ball measured after any root ball modification to correct root problems, and wideenough for working room around the root ball or to the size indicated on the drawing or as noted below.1.For trees and shrubs planted in soil areas that are NOT tilled or otherwise modified to a depth of at least 12 inchesover a distance of more than 10 feet radius from each tree, or 5 feet radius from each shrub, the soil around theroot ball shall be loosened as defined below or as indicated on the drawings.a.The area of loosening shall be a minimum of 3 times the diameter of the root ball at the surface sloping to 2times the diameter of the root ball at the depth of the root ball.b.Loosening is defined as digging into the soil and turning the soil to reduce the compaction. The soil does nothave to be removed from the hole, just dug, lifted and turned. Lifting and turning may be accomplished with atracked mini excavator, or hand shovels.2.If an auger is used to dig the initial planting hole, the soil around the auger hole shall be loosened as definedabove for trees and shrubs planted in soil areas that are NOT tilled or otherwise modified.3.The measuring point for root ball depth shall be the average height of the outer edge of the root ball after anyrequired root ball modification.4.If motorized equipment is used to deliver plants to the planting area over exposed planting beds, or used to loosenthe soil or dig the planting holes, all soil that has been driven over shall be tilled to a depth of 6 inches.H.For trees to be planted in prepared Planting Soil that is deeper than the root ball depth, compact the soil under theroot ball using a mechanical tamper to assure a firm bedding for the root ball. If there is more than 12 inches ofplanting soil under the root ball excavate and tamp the planting soil in lifts not to exceed 12 inches.I.Set top outer edge of the root ball at the average elevation of the proposed finish. Set the plant plumb and upright inthe center of the planting hole. The tree graft, if applicable, shall be visible above the grade. Do not place soil on topof the root ball.J.The Owner's Representative may request that plants orientation be rotated when planted based on the form of theplant.K.Backfill the space around the root ball with the same planting soil or existing soil that was excavated for the plantingspace. See Specification Section Planting Soil, for requirements to modify the soil within the planting bed.L.Brace root ball by tamping Planting Soil around the lower portion of the root ball. Place additional Planting Soil aroundbase and sides of ball in six-inch (6") lifts. Lightly tamp each lift using foot pressure or hand tools to settle backfill,support the tree and eliminate voids. DO NOT over compact the backfill or use mechanical or pneumatic tampingequipment. Over compaction shall be defined as greater than 85% of maximum dry density, standard proctor orgreater than 250 psi as measured by a cone penetrometer when the volumetric soil moisture is lower than fieldcapacity.1.When the planting hole has been backfilled to three quarters of its depth, water shall be poured around the rootball and allowed to soak into the soil to settle the soil. Do not flood the planting space. If the soil is above fieldcapacity, allow the soil to drain to below field capacity before finishing the planting. Air pockets shall be eliminatedand backfill continued until the planting soil is brought to grade level.M.Where indicated on the drawings, build a 4 inch high, level berm of Planting Soil around the outside of the root ball toretain water. Tamp the berm to reduce leaking and erosion of the saucer.N.Thoroughly water the Planting Soil and root ball immediately after planting.O.Remove all nursery plant identification tags and ribbons as per Owner's Representative instructions. The Owner'sRepresentative's seals are to remain on plants until the end of the warranty period.P.Remove corrugated cardboard trunk protection after planting.Q.Follow additional requirements for the permitted root ball packages.3.8Permitted Root ball packages and Special planting requirementsA.The following are permitted root ball packages and special planting requirements that shall be followed during theplanting process in addition to the above General planting requirements.B.BALLED AND BURLAPPED PLANTS1.After the root ball has been backfilled, remove all twine and burlap from the top of the root ball. Cut the burlapaway; do not fold down onto the Planting Soil.2.If the plant is shipped with a wire basket that does not meet the requirements of a “Low Rise” basket, remove thetop 6 - 8 inches of the basket wires just before the final backfilling of the tree.3.Earth root balls shall be kept intact except for any modifications required by the Owner's Representative to makeroot package comply with the requirement in Part 2 Products.C.SPADE HARVESTED AND TRANSPLANTED PLANTS1.After installing the tree, loosen the soil along the seam between the root ball and the surrounding soil out to aradius from the root ball edge equal to the diameter of the root ball to a depth of 8 - 10 inches by hand digging todisturb the soil interface.2.Fill any gaps below this level with loose soil.D.CONTAINER (INCLUDES BOXED AND ABOVE-GROUND FABRIC CONTAINERS) PLANTS1.This specification assumes that most container plants have significant stem girdling and circling roots, and that theroot collar is too low in the root ball.2.Remove the container.3.Perform root ball shaving as defined in Installation of Plants: General above.4.Remove all roots and substrate above the root collar and the main structural roots according to root correctiondetails so root system conforms to root observations detail.5.Remove all substrate at the bottom of the root ball that does not contain roots.6.Using a hose, power washer or air excavation device, wash out the substrate from around the trunk and top of theremaining root ball and find and remove all stem girdling roots within the root ball above the top of the structuralroots.E.BARE ROOT PLANTS1.Dig the planting hole to the diameter of the spread of the roots to a depth in the center that maintains the rootcollar at the elevation of the surrounding finished grade and slightly deeper along the edges of the hole.2.Spread all roots out radial to the trunk in the prepared hole making the hole wider where needed to accommodatelong roots. Root tips shall be directed away from the trunk. Prune any broken roots removing the least amount oftissue possible.3.Maintain the trunk plumb while backfilling soil around the roots.4.Lightly tamp the soil around the roots to eliminate voids and reduce settlement.3.9GROUND COVER, PERENNIAL AND ANNUAL PLANTSA.Assure that soil moisture is within the required levels prior to planting. Irrigation, if required, shall be applied at least12 hours prior to planting to avoid planting in muddy soils.B.Assure that soil grades in the beds are smooth and as shown on the plans.C.Plants shall be planted in even, triangularly spaced rows, at the intervals called out for on the drawings, unlessotherwise noted. The first row of Annual flower plants shall be 6 inches from the bed edge unless otherwise directed.D.Dig planting holes sufficiently large enough to insert the root system without deforming the roots. Set the top of theroot system at the grade of the soil.E.Schedule the planting to occur prior to application of the mulch. If the bed is already mulched, pull the mulch fromaround the hole and plant into the soil. Do not plant the root system in the mulch. Pull mulch back so it is not on theroot ball surface.F.Press soil to bring the root system in contact with the soil.G.Spread any excess soil around in the spaces between plants.H.Apply mulch to the bed being sure not to cover the tops of the plants with or the tops of the root ball with mulch.I.Water each planting area as soon as the planting is completed. Apply additional water to keep the soil moisture at therequired levels. Do not over water.3.10PALM PLANTINGA.Palm trees shall be placed at grade making sure not to plant the tree any deeper in the ground than the palm treesoriginally stood. B.The trees shall be placed with their vertical axis in a plumb position.C.All backfill shall be native soil except in cases where planting in rock. Water-settle the back fill.D.Do not cover root ball with mulch or topsoil.E.Provide a watering berm at each palm. Berms shall extend a minimum of 18 inches out from the trunk all around andshall be a minimum of (6) inches high.F.Remove twine which ties fronds together after placing palm in planting hole and securing it in the upright position. 3.11STAKING AND GUYINGA.Do not stake or guy trees unless specifically required by the Contract Documents, or in the event that the Contractorfeels that staking is the only alternative way to keep particular trees plumb.6.The Owner's Representative shall have the authority to require that trees are staked or to reject staking as analternative way to stabilize the tree.7.Trees that required heavily modified root balls to meet the root quality standards may become unstable. TheOwner's Representative may choose to reject these trees rather than utilize staking to temporarily support the tree.B.Trees that are guyed shall have their guys and stakes removed after one full growing season or at other times asrequired by the Owner's Representative.C.Tree guying shall utilize the tree staking and guying materials specified. Guying to be tied in such a manner as tocreate a minimum 12-inch loop to prevent girdling. Refer to manufacturer's recommendations and the planting detailfor installation.1.Plants shall stand plumb after staking or guying.2.Stakes shall be driven to sufficient depth to hold the tree rigid.D.For trees planted in planting mix over waterproofed membrane, use dead men buried 24 inches to the top of the deadman, in the soil. Tie the guy to the dead man with a double wrap of line around the dead man followed by a doublehalf hitch. When guys are removed, leave the dead men in place and cut the guy tape 12 inches above the ground,leaving the tape end covered in mulch.3.12STRAIGHTENING PLANTSA.Maintain all plants in a plumb position throughout the warranty period. Straighten all trees that move out of plumbincluding those not staked. Plants to be straightened shall be excavated and the root ball moved to a plumb position,and then re-backfilled.B.Do not straighten plants by pulling the trunk with guys.3.13INSTALLATION OF FERTILIZER AND OTHER CHEMICAL ADDITIVESA.Do not apply any soluble fertilizer to plantings during the first year after transplanting unless soil test determines thatfertilizer or other chemical additives is required. Apply chemical additives only upon the approval of the Owner'sRepresentative.B.Controlled release fertilizers shall be applied according to the manufacturer's instructions and standard horticulturalpractices.3.14PRUNING OF TREES AND SHRUBSA.Prune plants as directed by the Owner's Representative. Pruning trees shall be limited to addressing structuraldefects as shown in details; follow recommendations in “Structural Pruning: A Guide For The Green Industry”published by Urban Tree Foundation, Visalia CA.B.All pruning shall be performed by a person experienced in structural tree pruning.C.Except for plants specified as multi-stemmed or as otherwise instructed by the Owner's Representative, preserve orcreate a central leader.D.Pruning of large trees shall be done using pole pruners or if needed, from a ladder or hydraulic lift to gain access tothe top of the tree. Do not climb in newly planted trees. Small trees can be structurally pruned by laying them overbefore planting. Pruning may also be performed at the nursery prior to shipping.E.Remove and replace excessively pruned or malformed stock resulting from improper pruning that occurred in thenursery or after.F.Pruning shall be done with clean, sharp tools.G.No tree paint or sealants shall be used.3.15MULCHING OF PLANTSA.Apply 3 inches of mulch before settlement, covering the entire planting bed area. Install no more than 1 inch of mulchover the top of the root balls of all plants. Taper to 2 inches when abutting pavement.B.For trees planted in lawn areas the mulch shall extend to a 5 foot radius around the tree or to the extent indicated onthe plans.C.Lift all leaves, low hanging stems and other green portions of small plants out of the mulch if covered.3.16PLANTING BED FINISHINGA.After planting, smooth out all grades between plants before mulching.B.Separate the edges of planting beds and lawn areas with a smooth, formed edge cut into the turf with the bed mulchlevel slightly lower, 1 and 2 inches, than the adjacent turf sod or as directed by the Owner's Representative. Bed edgelines shall be a depicted on the drawings.3.17WATERINGA.The Contractor shall be fully responsible to ensure that adequate water is provided to all plants from the point ofinstallation until the date of Substantial Completion Acceptance. The Contractor shall adjust the automatic irrigationsystem, if available, and apply additional or adjust for less water using hoses as required.B.Hand water root balls of all plants to assure that the root balls have moisture above wilt point and below field capacity.Test the moisture content in each root ball and the soil outside the root ball to determine the water content.3.18CLEAN-UPA.During installation, keep the site free of trash, pavements reasonably clean and work area in an orderly condition atthe end of each day. Remove trash and debris in containers from the site no less than once a week.1.Immediately clean up any spilled or tracked soil, fuel, oil, trash or debris deposited by the Contractor from allsurfaces within the project or on public right of ways and neighboring property.B.Once installation is complete, wash all soil from pavements and other structures. Ensure that mulch is confined toplanting beds and that all tags and flagging tape are removed from the site. The Owner's Representative's seals areto remain on the trees and removed at the end of the warranty period.C.Make all repairs to grades, ruts, and damage by the plant installer to the work or other work at the site.D.Remove and dispose of all excess planting soil, subsoil, mulch, plants, packaging, and other material brought to thesite by the Contractor.3.19PROTECTION DURING CONSTRUCTIONA.The Contractor shall protect planting and related work and other site work from damage due to planting operations,operations by other Contractors or trespassers. Maintain protection during installation until Substantial CompletionAcceptance. Treat, repair or replace damaged work immediately.B.Damage done by the Contractor, or any of their sub-contractors to existing or installed plants, or any other parts ofthe work or existing features to remain, including roots, trunk or branches of large existing trees, soil, paving, utilities,lighting, irrigation, other finished work and surfaces including those on adjacent property, shall be cleaned, repaired orreplaced by the Contractor at no expense to the Owner. The Owner's Representative shall determine when suchcleaning, replacement or repair is satisfactory.3.20PLANT MAINTENANCE PRIOR TO SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION ACCEPTANCEA.During the project work period and prior to Substantial Completion Acceptance, the Contractor shall maintain allplants.B.Maintenance during the period prior to Substantial Completion Acceptance shall consist of pruning, watering,cultivating, weeding, mulching, removal of dead material, repairing and replacing of tree stakes, tightening andrepairing of guys, repairing and replacing of damaged tree wrap material, resetting plants to proper grades andupright position, and furnishing and applying such sprays as are necessary to keep plantings reasonably free ofdamaging insects and disease, and in healthy condition. The threshold for applying insecticides and herbicide shallfollow established Integrated Pest Management (IPM) procedures. Mulch areas shall be kept reasonably free ofweeds, grass.3.21SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION ACCEPTANCEA.Upon written notice from the Contractor, the Owners Representative shall review the work and make a determinationif the work is substantially complete.1.Notification shall be at least 7 days prior to the date the contractor is requesting the review.B.The date of substantial completion of the planting shall be the date when the Owner's Representative accepts that allwork in Planting, Planting Soil, and Irrigation installation sections is complete.C.The Plant Warranty period begins at date of written notification of substantial completion from the Owner'sRepresentative. The date of substantial completion may be different than the date of substantial completion for theother sections of the project.3.22MAINTENANCE DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD by othersA.After Substantial Completion Acceptance, the Contractor shall make sufficient site visits to observe the Owner'smaintenance and become aware of problems with the maintenance in time to request changes, until the date of Endof Warranty Final Acceptance.1.Notify the Owner's Representative in writing if maintenance, including watering, is not sufficient to maintain plantsin a healthy condition. Such notification must be made in a timely period so that the Owner's Representative maytake corrective action.a.Notification must define the maintenance needs and describe any corrective action required.2.In the event that the Contractor fails to visit the site and or notify, in writing, the Owner's Representative ofmaintenance needs, lack of maintenance shall not be used as grounds for voiding or modifying the provisions ofthe warranty.3.23MAINTENANCE DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD by the plant installerA.During the warranty period, provide all maintenance for all plantings to keep the plants in a healthy state and theplanting areas clean and neat.B.General requirements:1.All work shall be undertaken by trained planting crews under the supervision of a foreman with a minimum of 5years experience supervising commercial plant maintenance crews.2.All chemical and fertilizer applications shall be made by licensed applicators for the type of chemicals to be used.All work and chemical use shall comply with all applicable local, provincial and federal requirements.3.Assure that hoses and watering equipment and other maintenance equipment does not block paths or be placed ina manner that may create tripping hazards. Use standard safety warning barriers and other procedures to maintainthe site in a safe manner for visitors at all times.4.All workers shall wear required safety equipment and apparel appropriate for the tasks being undertaken.5.The Contractor shall not store maintenance equipment at the site at times when they are not in use unlessauthorized in writing by the Owner's Representative.6.Maintenance vehicles shall not park on the site including walks and lawn areas at any time without the Owner'sRepresentative's written permission.7.Maintain a detailed log of all maintenance activities including types of tasks, date of task, types and quantities ofmaterials and products used, watering times and amounts, and number of each crew. Periodically review the logswith the Owner's Representative, and submit a copy of the logs at the end of each year of the maintenanceagreement.8.Meet with the Owner's Representative a minimum of three times a year to review the progress and discuss anychanges that are needed in the maintenance program. At the end of the warranty period attend a hand overmeeting to formally transfer the responsibilities of maintenance to the Owner's Representative. Provide allinformation on past maintenance activities and provide a list of critical tasks that will be needed over the next 12months. Provide all maintenance logs and soil test data. Make the Contractor's supervisor available for a minimumof one year after the end of the warranty period to answer questions about past maintenance.C.Provide the following maintenance tasks:1.Watering; Provide all water required to keep soil within and around the root balls at optimum moisture content forplant growth.a.Maintain all watering systems and equipment and keep them operational.b.Monitor soil moisture to provide sufficient water. Check soil moisture and root ball moisture with a soil moisturemeter on a regular basis and record moisture readings. Do not over water.2.Soil nutrient levels: Take a minimum of 4 soil samples from around the site in the spring and fall and have themtested by an accredited agricultural soil testing lab for chemical composition of plant required nutrients, pH, saltand % organic matter. Test results shall include laboratory recommendations for nutrient applications. Applyfertilizers at rates recommended by the soil test.a.Make any other soil test and/or plant tissue test that may be indicated by plant conditions that may not berelated to soil nutrient levels such as soil contaminated by other chemicals or lack of chemical uptake by theplant.3.Plant pruning: Remove cross over branching, shorten or remove developing co dominant leaders, dead wood andwinter-damaged branches. Unless directed by the Owner's Representative, do not shear plants or make headingcuts.4.Restore plants: Reset any plants that have settled or are leaning as soon as the condition is noticed.5.Guying and staking: Maintain plant guys in a taught position. Remove tree guys and staking after the first fullgrowing season unless directed by Owner's Representative.6.Weed control: Keep all beds free of weeds. Hand-remove all weeds and any plants that do not appear on theplanting plan. Chemical weed control is permitted only with the approval of the Owner's Representative. Scheduleweeding as needed to maintain weed free beds.7.Trash removal: Remove all trash and debris from all planting beds and maintain the beds in a neat and tidyappearance.8.Plant pest control: Maintain disease, insects and other pests at manageable levels. Manageable levels shall bedefined as damage to plants that may be noticeable to a professional but not to the average person. Use leastinvasive methods to control plant disease and insect outbreaks.a.The Owner's Representative must approve in advance the use of all chemical pesticide applications.9.Plant replacement: Replace all plants that are defective as defined in the warranty provisions, as soon as the plantdecline is obvious and in suitable weather and season for planting as outlined in above sections. Plants thatbecome defective during the maintenance period shall be covered and replaced under the warranty provisions.10.Mulch: Refresh mulch once a year to maintain complete coverage but do not over mulch. At no time shall theoverall mulch thickness be greater that 3 inches. Do not apply mulch within 6 inches of the trunks or stems of anyplants. Replacement mulch shall meet the requirements of the original approved material. Mulch shall be no morethan one inch on top of the root ball surface.11.Bed edging: Check and maintain edges between mulch and lawn areas in smooth neat lines as originally shownon the drawings.12.Leaf, fruit and other plant debris removal: Remove fall leaf, spent flowers, fruit and plant part accumulations frombeds and paved surfaces. Maintain all surface water drains free of debris. Debris removal shall be undertaken ateach visit to weed or pick up trash in beds.13.Damage from site use: Repair of damage by site visitors and events, beyond normal wear, are not part of thismaintenance. The Owner's Representative may request that the Contractor repair damage beds or plantings foran additional cost. All additional work shall be approved in advance by the Owner's Representative.3.27END OF WARRANTY FINAL ACCEPTANCE / MAINTENANCE OBSERVATIONA.At the end of the Warranty and Maintenance period the Owner's Representative shall observe the work and establishthat all provisions of the contract are complete and the work is satisfactory.1.If the work is satisfactory, the maintenance period will end on the date of the final observation.2.If the work is deemed unsatisfactory, the maintenance period will continue at no additional expense to the Owneruntil the work has been completed, observed, and approved by the Owner's Representative.B.FAILURE TO PASS OBSERVATION: If the work fails to pass final observation, any subsequent observations must berescheduled as per above. The cost to the Owner for additional observations will be charged to the Contractor at theprevailing hourly rate of the Owners Representative.END OF SECTION 32 9300LP.4LANDSCAPESPECIFICATIONSSHEET #3601 PGA Blvd., Suite 220, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 phone: 561-249-0940 email: info@insitestudio.com www.insitestudio.com License#:LC26000606Revisions:Drawn By:Drawing #:Date:Consultants:i n s tu d i o s i t e planning + landscape architecture06/28/20231273CZAKTENNIS FACILITIES RENOVATION HUNTERS RUN Boynton Beach, FloridaALWAYS CALL 811 TWO FULL BUSINESS DAYS BEFORE YOU DIG TOHAVE UNDERGROUND UTILITIES LOCATED AND MARKED.7/10/23- Intake8/31/23- 1st Resubmittal