13-748R-002LANDSCAPE SPECIFICATIONS
PART1- GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE
A. Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and
related work necessary to complete the landscape work in accordance with the
intent of the landscape plans, schedules and these specifications. The extent
of work is shown on the drawings which are a part of this document.
1.2 CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS
A. Landscape installation work to be performed by a Contractor Certified by the
Florida Nurserymen, Growers and Landscape Association (FNGLA) as a
Certified Landscape Contractor. Any pruning to be supervised by an Arborist,
certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and licensed in
Miami -Dade County.
1.3 INVESTIGATION OF UTILITIES
A. Prior to beginning work, the Contractor shall be responsible to locate
existing underground utilities. Check with all utility companies and Sunshine
State, call (811).
1.4 SUBSTITUTIONS
A. Only materials specified will be accepted, unless approved in writing by the
Landscape Architect in advance.
1.5 PLANT SIZES
A. All plant sizes shall equal or exceed the minimum sizes as specified in the
plant list. When plant sizes are specified as a range of size, installed materials
shall average the mean of the range specified. Plants shall be measured
following pruning, with branches in normal position. All necessary pruning shall
be done at the time of planting.
1.6 PLANT QUALITY
A. All plant material shall be equal to or better than Florida No. 1 as classified
by "Grades and Standards for Nursery Plants" by the Division of Plant Industry,
Florida Department of Agriculture. They shall have a growth habit that is normal
for the species; healthy, vigorous, free from insects, disease and injury.
B. The Owner or Landscape Architect reserves the right to refuse any plant
material which does not conform to the intent of the written specifications or
design.
C. CIRCLING ROOTS FOUND ON CONTAINER -GROWN MATERIAL WILL
NOT BE ACCEPTED UNLESS REMEDIAL ROOT PRUNING, APPROVED BY
THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT IS DONE BEFORE PLANTING.
1.7 PLANT QUANTITY
A. The plant quantities shown on the plant list are to be used only as an aid to
bidders. In the case of discrepancy between the plant list and the plan, the
quantity on the plan shall override the plant list.
1.8 UNIT PRICES
A. The successful bidder shall furnish to the Owner and the Landscape
Architect, a unit price breakdown for all materials. The Owner may, at his
discretion, add to or delete from the materials utilizing the unit price breakdown
submitted to and accepted by the Owner.
1.9 SUBMITTALS
A. Fertilizer. The Contractor shall submit to the Owner and Landscape
Architect documentation that all the fertilizer used for the project is of the
analysis specified and placed at the rates specified in section 2.2 FERTILIZER.
B. Planting soil: The Contractor shall submit a sample of the planting soil
(approximately 1 cu. Ft.) for approval by the Landscape Architect prior to
delivery to the site.
1.10 CLEAN -UP & MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC
A. Follow procedures in FDOT Index 600 for maintenance of traffic during
construction.
B. At the end of each work day, the Contractor shall remove debris and shall
barricade the un- filled holes in a manner appropriate in the path of pedestrians
and motorists.
C. Upon completion of the work or any major portion of the work or as directed
by the Landscape Architect, all debris and surplus material from his work shall
be removed from the job site.
1.11 MAINTENANCE PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE
A. The Contractor is responsible to maintain the plantings until they are
accepted under the provisions of 1.12 "ACCEPTANCE OF INSTALLATION ".
1. Plants: Begin maintenance immediately following the final plant installation
operation for each plant and continue until all plant installation is complete and
accepted. Maintenance shall include watering all plants, weeding, mulching,
pest and disease control, tightening and repairing of guys, repair of braces,
removal of dead growth, resetting of plants to proper grade or up -right position,
restoration of plant saucer, litter pick -up in plant beds and other necessary
operations to assure specified minimum grade of Florida No. 1.
2. Turf Areas: Begin maintenance of turf immediately following the placement
of sod and continue until sod installation is complete and accepted.
Maintenance shall include but not be limited to, watering, leveling, mowing,
weed and pest control, fungus and disease control and other necessary
operations as determined by the Landscape Architect and good nursery
practice.
3. Re- setting or straightening trees and palms:
The Contractor shall re -set and /or straighten trees and palms as required at no
additional cost to the Owner unless caused by sustained winds of 75 mph or
more. Then, the costs of the operations may be charged to the owner. Re-set
trees within 48 hours.
1.12 ACCEPTANCE OF INSTALLATION
A. Inspection: Inspection of the work, to determine completion of contract
work, exclusive of the possible replacement of plants and turf, will be made by
the Landscape Architect at the conclusion of the maintenance period. Written
notice requesting such an inspection and submitted by the Contractor at least
ten (10) days prior to the anticipated date.
1.13 GUARANTEE
A. Guarantee all plants for a period of one year (CCD). Guarantee shall
commence from the date of written acceptance. Plant material which is on the
site and scheduled to be relocated is not covered by the guarantee except in
the case of Contractor's negligence or work that has been done in an
unworkman -like manner. The Contractor is not responsible for loss due to acts
of god, (i.e.) sustained winds of 75 mph or more, floods, frost, lightning,
vandalism or theft.
1.14 REPLACEMENT
A. Replacement shall be made during the guarantee period as directed by the
Landscape Architect within ten (10) days from time of notification. For all
replacement plant material, the guarantee period shall extend for an additional
forty -five (45) days beyond the original guarantee period. The Contractor shall
be responsible to provide water to the replacement plants in sufficient quantity
to aid in their establishment. At the end of the guarantee period, inspection will
be made by the Landscape Architect, upon written notice requesting such
inspection and submitted by the Contractor at least five (5) days before the
anticipated date. Replacement plants must meet the requirements of Florida
No. 1 at time of inspection. Remove from the site all plants that are dead or in a
state of unsatisfactory growth, as determined by the Landscape Architect.
Replace these and any plants missing due to the Contractor's negligence as
soon as conditions permit.
1. Materials and Operations: All replacement plants shall be of the same kind
and size as indicated on the plant list. The Contractor shall supply and plant
the plants as specified under planting operations.
2. Cost of Replacements: A sum sufficient to cover the estimated cost of
possible replacements, including material and labor will be retained by the
Owner and paid to the Contractor after all replacements have been satisfactorily
made and approved by the Landscape Architect.
PART 2 - MATERIALS
2.1 PLANTING SOIL
A. Planting soil for trees, shrubs and ground covers shall be of the composition
noted on the plans, measured by volume.
B. Soil for Sodded Areas: shall be coarse lawn sand.
2.2 FERTILIZER
A. Fertilizer for trees, palms, shrubs, and groundcovers shall be as follows:
LESCO Palm Special 13 -3 -13 or equal, Sulfur coated with iron and other minor
elements and maximum of 2% chlorine, or brand with equal analysis. The
fertilizer shall be uniform in composition, dry and free flowing and shall be
delivered to the site in the original unopened containers, bearing the
manufacturer's guaranteed analysis. Fertilizer for sod and seeded areas shall
be 8 -6 -8, 50% organically derived nitrogen, or equal.
2.3 WATER
A. The Contractor shall provide potable water on site, available from the start
of planting. The Contractor is responsible to ascertain the location and 1
accessibility of the water source. The Contractor is responsible to provide the p
means of distribution (i.e. water truck, hoses, etc.) for distribution of water to the p
planting areas.
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2.4 MULCH
A. Mulch shall be shredded Melaleuca mulch (Florimulch) as manufactured by
Forestry Resources, Inc., or equal.
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2.5 ROOT BARRIER MATERIAL
A. When specified in the plans, root barrier material shall be Biobarrier (19.5
inch width) Reemay or approved equal. s
B. Install per details in the plans. C
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3.1 LAYOUT t
A. Verify location of all underground utilities and obstructions prior to
excavation.
3.2 HERBICIDE TREATMENT t
A. In all areas infected with weed and /or grass growth, a systemic herbicide, fl
such as Roundup, shall be applied per manufacturer's rates. When it has been
established where work will be done, the systemic herbicide shall be applied in
accordance with manufacturer's labeling to kill all noxious growth. Contractor
shall schedule his work to allow more than one application to obtain at least 1
95% kill of undesirable growth. If necessary, Contractor shall conduct a test to t
establish suitability of product and applicator to be used on this project, prior to
execution of the full application.
3.3 PLANT PIT EXCAVATION AND BACKFILLING 1
A. Trees: See the Planting and Bracing Details and notes.
B. All planting holes shall be hand dug where machine dug holes may t
adversely affect utilities or improvements.
C. Shrubs and Groundcover. Shrubs and groundcover shall be planted in a
soil bed as described in the notes and details. Space shrubs and provide
setback from curb and pavements as shown in the plans.
D. Watering of field -grown plants: Thoroughly puddle in water to remove any
air pockets in the plant hole.
3.4 WATERING
A. The Contractor is responsible to provide the water for all new plants and
transplants and means of distribution (i.e. hand watering or water truck) during
the maintenance period and extending into the period after acceptance until the
full schedule as listed below is complete. Water for trees and other large field
grown plants shall be supplemented by hand or water truck, in addition to the
irrigation system, (if one is provided). Contractor can adjust watering schedule
during heavy rain season upon approval of the Landscape Architect.
AMOUNT OF WATER PER APPLICATION
For trees up to 5 inch caliper - 5 gallons
From 5 to 8 inch caliper - 25 gallons
9 inch and up caliper- 50 gallons
FREQUENCY OF WATER
Daily for the first week
3 times per week for weeks 2 - 5
2 times per week for weeks 6 - 8
1 time per week for weeks 9 -12
B. Water in plants by thoroughly soaking of the entire root ball immediately
after planting. For large trees and shrubs, add water while backfilling hole to
eliminate any air pockets in the soil around the root ball.
C. Water shrubs, sod and groundcover a minimum of once daily for a week or
until an irrigation system is fully operational. If no irrigation system is to be
installed, the Contractor shall be responsible for watering the shrub, sod, and
groundcover for the time specified above, after installation of each section of
the planting installed.
3.5 FERTILIZING
A. Add fertilizer on top of the surface of shrubs beds and tree and palms root
balls two (2) months after installation. Fertilize sod within two (2) days after
installing after planting of each segment of the job. Fertilizer shall be applied
after soil has been well moistened. Fertilizer shall be washed off of plant leaves
and stems immediately after application. Apply at the following rates:
1. Trees and Large Shrubs: One (1) pound per inch of trunk diameter, spread
evenly over the root ball area.
2. Shrubs: One half (1/2) handful per shrub, spread evenly over the root ball
area.
3. Groundcover: Twelve (12) pounds per 100 sq. ft. of bed area.
4. Sod: Twelve (12) pounds per 1,000 sq. ft. Wash fertilizer off blades
immediately after spreading.
3.6 MULCHING
A. Spread mulch two (2) inches thick uniformly over the entire surface of
shrubs and groundcover beds, depth measured after settling, unless otherwise
specified In the plans. Provide 36" diameter bed of mulch, measured from outer
edge of the trunk, for all trees and palms planted in sod areas. Keep mulch
away from contact with the trunk. Create a 6" high ring of mulch at the outer
edge of tree and palm holes.
3.7 GUYING AND BRACING
A. See the details bound herewith or made part of the plans.
3.8 SODDING
A. Provide a blanket of lawn sand as described in the notes in these plans.
Prior to planting, remove stones, sticks, etc. from the sub -soil surface.
Excavate existing non - conforming soil as required so that the finish grade of
sod is flush with adjacent pavement or top of curb as well as adjacent sod in the
case of sod patching.
B. Place sod on moistened soil, with edges tightly butted, In staggered rows at
right angles to slopes. The sod shall be rolled with a 500 pound hand roller
immediately after placing.
C. Keep edge of sod bed a minimum of 18" away from groundcover beds and
24" away from edge of shrub beds and 36" from trees, measured from the edge
of plant or tree trunk.
D. Sod shall be watered immediately after installation to uniformly wet the soil
to at least two inches below the bottom of sod strips.
E. Apply fertilizer to the sod as specified in Section 3.5.
F. Excavate and remove excess soil so top of sod is flush w /top of curb or
adjacent pavement, or adjacent existing sod.
SET ROOTBALL SO
TRUNK FLARE OR TOP ROOT \
IS 2" ABOVE SURROUNDING GRADE
INSTALL 2" OF MULCH OVER
3" DIAMETER CIRCLE AROUND
THE TRUNK. DO NOT PLACE
MULCH WITHIN 3" OF THE
TRUNK
REMOVE ANY PORTION OF WIRE -
BASKETS ABOVE THE TOP HALF OF
THE ROOTBALL. REMOVE
BURLAP COVERINGS BELOW THE
TOP HALF OF THE ROOTBALL.
COMPLETE REMOVE ALL SYNTHETIC
ROOTBALL COVERING MATERIALS
(2)2" DIA. 8' LONG WOOD DOWELS
12(fAPART DRIVEN THROUGH
BOTTOM OF PLANTING PIT
PLANT BED PREPARATION NOTES
. In all areas where new sod and shrub and groundcover masses are to be
lanted, kill all existing weeds by treating with Round -up prior to beginning soil
reparation.
. In all shrub and groundcover beds, prepare soil as described for either
condition, over the entire area to be planted:
Condition A:
If any compacted road base or asphalt or rocky soil is encountered, remove
compacted material entirely to allow an 18" depth of planting soil. Backfill the
entire area of the shrub and groundcover beds with 18" planting soil (as
pecified in Plans) to within 2 inches of the adjacent pavement or top of curb.
ondition B:
Where no compacted soil is encountered, thoroughly mix 6 inches of planting
oil into the existing soil to a depth of 18 inches. If required, excavate and
emove the existing soil to lower the grade, so that the prepared mix is finished
o a minimum of 2 inches below top of curb or adjacent walkway.
For all sod areas, spread a 2" deep layer of lawn sand prior to sodding.
Remove all debris and rocks and pebbles larger than 1 inch in size and level
he grade before sodding. Remove, if required, existing soil so that top of sod is
ush with and adjacent top of curb or pavement.
SPACING OF PLANTS (SEE PLANT SPACING DETAIL)
. Plants shall be planted sufficiently away from edges of pavements or curbs,
o allow for growth toward the edges of the bed.
PROTECTION OF PLANTS
. The Contractor shall be responsible to protect existing trees and shrubs in
and adjacent to the area of work. Erect barriers as necessary to keep
equipment and materials, any toxic material, away from the canopy drip line of
rees and shrubs. DO NOT PILE SOIL OR DEBRIS AGAINST TREE TRUNKS
OR DEPOSIT NOXIOUS BUILDING SUPPLIES OR CHEMICALS WITHIN THE
DRIP LINE.
CURB
PLAN VIEW
CURB
ROOT BARRIER
(24" DEEP)
LESS THAN 8 FT.
Install root barrier so top of barrier is
flush with top of grade.
When trees are to be installed
CLOSER THAN 8 FT. from edge of
walks or curbs, install a root barrier.
The root barrier shall extend a
minimum of 15 ft. from the edge of the
trunk in either direction.
EDGE OF PAVEMENT
EDGE OF PAVEMENT
ROOT BARRIER INSTALLATION DETAIL
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PLANT NAME
QTY.
UT. ISIZE
CANOPY DIAMETER
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Chrysobalanus icaco
42
ea.
3 gallon cans, 24" x 24"
Common
...Cocoplum
No
Installed
Estimated
at maturity*
CODI
Coccoloba diversifolia
5
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16' tall x 8' spread, 4" cal.
Coccoloba diversifolia
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Conocarpus erectus Sericeus
12
ea.
10' tall x 5' spread, 3-4 trunks,
..Silver Buttonwood
Silver Buttonwood
X
lifted to tree form
FIGI
Ficus microcarpa Green Island
365
ea.
3 gallon cans, 18" x 18"
8
" Ficus Green Island
Lysiloma bahamensis
Wild Tamarind
X
HANO
Hamelia nodosa
98
ea.
3 gallon cans, 24" x 24"
PTEL
..Dwarf Firebush
Ptychosperma elegans
Solitaire Palm
LYBA
Lysiloma bahamensis
8
ea.
16' tall x 8' spread, 4" cal.
1.5
..Wild Tamarind
6
Quercus virginiana "Highrise"
MUCA
Muhlenberghia cappillaris
116
ea.
3 gallon cans, full
20'
..Muhly Grass
TOTAL
27.5
PSLI
Psychotria ligustrifolia
42
ea.
3 gallon cans, 18" x 18"
..Dwarf Coffee
PTEL
Ptyochosperma elegans
3
ea.
12' -14' tall, double trunk, both
..Solitaire Palm
heads same height
QUVH
Quercus virginiana "Highrise"
6
ea.
16' tall x 8' spread, 4" cal.
Highrise Oak
SOTO
Sophora tomentosa
23
ea.
3 gallon cans, 24" x 24"
..Necklace Pod
SPPL
Spathyglottis plicata
8
ea.
3 gallon cans, full
..Ground Orchid
Planting Soil
as req.
c.y.
80% Silica Sand
200 Everglades Muck
Shredded Melaluca Mulch
as req.
c.y.
spread 2" thick in all shrub
beds
TREE LEGEND
SYMBOL USED ON PLAN
PLANT NAME
NATIVE SPECIES
HEIGHT
CANOPY DIAMETER
QUANTITY
Symbol
New
Existing
Scientific
Common
Yes
No
Installed
Estimated
at maturity*
Estimated at
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Pigeon Plum
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20'
20'
5
COES
12
Conocarpus erectus "Sericeus"
Silver Buttonwood
X
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20'
20'
12
LYBA
8
Lysiloma bahamensis
Wild Tamarind
X
16'
50'
50'
8
PTEL
3
Ptychosperma elegans
Solitaire Palm
X
12'
30'
15'
1.5
QUVH
6
Quercus virginiana "Highrise"
Highrise Oak
X
16'
30'
20'
6
TOTAL
27.5
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PAVEMENT (KEEP AWAY FROM
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SHRUB INSTALLATION DETAIL
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NOTE - IRREGULAR OR MULTI - STEMED TREES
SHALL HAVE A SIMILAR STAKING PATTERN AS
SINGLE TRUNKED TREES. STAKES NEED NOT
ALL BE ATTACHED TO EVERY STEM
ALL SUPPORT MATERIALS ARE TO BE REMOVED
FROM THE TREES ONCE THE TREES HAVE
BECOME ESTABLISHED(NOT TO EXCEED 12
MONTHS FROM THE COMPLETION OF THE
PROJECT).
5/8" DIAMETER NYLON STRAPS WRAPPED
AROUND TRUNK & PULLED TAUT, TIED TO
WOOD DOWELS.
6" HIGH TEMPORARY RETENTION RING OF SOIL TO ASSIST IN
IRRIGATION OF THE TREE. REMOVE RING 3 MONTHS
AFTER INSTALLATION.
FINISHED GRADE
HOLES TO ACCOMMODATE PLANTS SHALL
BE A MINIMUM OF THREE TIMES THE SIZED OF
THE PLANT BALL.
ALL BACKFILL FOR TREES SHALL BE AS EXISTING
SOIL WITH ALL ROCKS 2" OR LARGER REMOVED
FERTILIZER SHALL BE INSTALLED AS PER THE
WRITTEN SPECIFICATIONS.
NOTE- USE 4" X 4" STAKES
TREES & PALMS OVER 12" CALIPER
PROVIDE THREE 2'X4' PINE STAKES
120'APART
ATTACH W /NAILS TO BATTENS
NO NAILS IN TREE
SET ROOTBALL SO
TRUNK FLARE OR TOP ROOT
IS 2" ABOVE SURROUNDING GRADE
INSTALL 2" OF MULCH OVER -
3" DIAMETER CIRCLE AROUND
THE TRUNK. DO NOT PLACE
MULCH WITHIN 3" OF THE
TRUNK
REMOVE ANY PORTION OF WIRE -
BASKETS OR BURLAP ABOVE THE
TOP HALF OF THE ROOTBALL.
FOLD BACK BURLAP COVERINGS
BELOW THE TOP HALF OF THE
ROOTBALL. COMPLETELY REMOVE
ALL SYNTHETIC ROOTBALL
COVERING MATERIALS.
WOOD STAKES TOP OF STAKES -
BELOW OR FLUSH WITH GRADE
DETAIL A
DISTANCE VARIES FOR EACH SPECIES SPACING
See PLANT LIST
WALL, CURB, EDGE OF PAVEMENT, OR EDGE OF BED
-L 18 FOR 1 GALLON SHRUB
TVARqy 24" FOR 3 GALLON SHRUBS
3(UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED)
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DETAIL A
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5(2"X4 "X16" WOOD BATTENS
STEEL BAND
BATTEN DETAIL B
N.T.S.
NOTE - IRREGULAR OR MULTI - STEMED TREES
SHALL HAVE A SIMILAR STAKING PATTERN AS SINGLE
TRUNKED TREES. STAKES NEED NOT ALL BE
ATTACHED TO EVERY STEM.
ALL SUPPORT MATERIALS ARE TO BE REMOVED FROM THE
TREES ONCE THE TREES HAVE BECOME ESTABLISHED
(NOT TO EXCEED 12 MONTHS FROM THE COMPLETION
OF THE PROJECT).
6" HIGH TEMPORARY RETENTION RING OF SOIL TO ASSIST IN
IRRIGATION OF THE TREE. REMOVE RING 3 MONTHS
AFTER INSTALLATION.
FINISHED GRADE
HOLES TO ACCOMMODATE PLANTS SHALL BE A MINIMUM
OF THREE TIMES THE SIZED OF THE PLANT ROOTBALL.
ALL BACKFILL FOR TREES SHALL BE EXISTING SOIL WITH ALL
ROCKS 2" OR LARGER REMOVED
FERTILIZER SHALL BE INSTALLED AS PER THE
WRITTEN SPECIFICATIONS.
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