181-26 Exhibit A- Final Specifications_compressed.pdf

1.) Roots and balls shall at all times be protected from the sun or from drying winds. 2.) Plants that are not immediately planted upon delivery shall be set on the ground and well protected with soil, wet moss, or other applicable material as approved by the Engineer. Soil: Topsoil furnished shall contain no stones, lumps, roots, or similar objects larger than one inch in any dimension and shall have a pH value not less than 5.5 and not more than 7.5. If the pH value of the topsoil is less than 5.5, it shall be increased by applying ground limestone at the rate necessary to attain a pH value in the range required. Topsoil shall have a minimum organic content of not less than 3.75 percent by weight. When the organic content of the topsoil furnished is less than 3.75 percent, it shall be increased by adding peat at the rate necessary to attain this minimum organic content range required. Diameter and Depth of Size of Trees Planting Holes 2-1/2 to 3 inch caliper 40 inches by 26 inches Should the ball be larger than specified, the excavation must have a twelve inch clearance around the entire ball. The depth of the hole should be deep enough to allow for a good six inches of drainage after being backfilled and firmed. All planting material to be supplied by nurseries in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. Amended soil shall be 80% topsoil in accordance with 917.01, 20% organic material such as leaf mold or peat moss. In addition, incorporate a 10-10-10 fertilizer and an endo and ectomycorrhizal fungi transplant amendment; both applied per the manufacturer’s recommendation. Each tree planted shall receive a 20 gallon “TreeGator” drip bag watering system or approved equal. “TreeGator” may be obtained from Spectrum Products, Inc., 4200 Atlantic Ave., Suite 152, Raleigh, NC 27604, 1-(800)-800-7391. Each tree planted within 5 feet of a sidewalk shall receive a root control system called “Biobarrier” or approved equal. “Biobarrier” may be obtained from Reemay Inc., 70 Old Hickory Blvd., Old Hickory, TN 37138, (615)-847-7000. Each tree planted shall receive 20’ by 19 ½” sheet of material installed directly behind the sidewalk. 811.03.01 Planting I. Watering. ADD THE FOLLOWING: For street trees, the

(615)-847-7000. Each tree planted shall receive 20’ by 19 ½” sheet of material installed directly behind the sidewalk. 811.03.01 Planting I. Watering. ADD THE FOLLOWING: For street trees, the initial watering at the time of planting shall be at the rate of 15 gallons per square yard of plant pit area. “TreeGator” drip bag watering system (or approved equal) shall be utilized to maintain damp soil conditions around the root ball after planting. Drip bag shall be replenished once a week throughout the dry season, from May 15 to September 15. Drip bags that are damaged or missing during the watering season shall be replaced at no additional cost to the Township. All “TreeGator” drip bags shall be considered the property of the Township and shall be turned over to Public Works at the completion of the project. 811.03.02 Plant Establishment Period THE THIRD AND FOURTH PARAGRAPHS ARE CHANGED TO: All plantings will be warrantied under the provisions of the project surety as described in Section 108.21. If the Township determines that plants need to be replaced during the warrantee period, replant plants as specified in 811.03.01 within 3 weeks of notification. If replacing outside of the optimal planting season, as specified in Table 811.03.01-1, only use containerized or balled and burlapped plants that are certified as being dug dormant. 2. Maintenance Bond. REPLACE WITH THE FOLLOWING: Plants to be warrantied under the project warranty for the length of the maintenance period. HELEN AVE., LAWRENCE AVE., FLORENCE PL., AND LOWELL AVE., IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT Page 67 of 76