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4-05 Dead Plant Material If large sections of plant material are damaged or destroyed due to vandalism where material replacement costs exceed $200, such replacement material will be provided or paid for by the City but shall be installed by the Contractor at no extra charge. Documentation such as photos, a cost estimate, and a Public Safety report for vandalism shall be provided to the City for such plant material. Receipts for all plant material provided by the Contractor shall be given to the City. 4-06 Insect and Disease Control All ornamental plant material will be inspected throughout the year to ensure against disease and insect infestation. If an infestation occurs, appropriate plant protection shall be taken. Should a pesticide be required, it shall be applied by a licensed pesticide applicator by state and local regulations and as weather and environmental conditions permit. Any pruning necessary to remove infested or infected material is included in this contract at no additional cost. A. The Contractor shall have a"Qualified Applicator License" as required by law. B. The spray materials shall meet all Federal, State, and local requirements. C. The Contractor shall use an insecticide spray that prevents or controls insect infestations. D. Application of insect and disease control materials shall be within the time best suited, according to the manufacturer's specifications and application rates, for the eradication of the insects and diseases. E. Any new or existing plants or soil that are damaged by either the lack of a needed application or the over-application of controlled materials shall be replaced by the Contractor at his expense. F. Snails and slugs shall be controlled using an approved bait as prescribed by a qualified pest control advisor. 4-07 Fertilization Ground cover and ornamental plants shall be fertilized in agreement with the attached frequency schedule. The exact fertilizer formula shall be approved by the Parks Superintendent. Specially formulated, complete fertilizers with trace elements shall be applied. Credit for fertilization application will only be given when Contractor notifies the City. SECTION 5. SHRUB CARE 5-01 General Maintain shrubs in a healthy,thriving condition by performing all necessary operations. 5-02 Shrub Pruning and Trimming Shrubs shall not be clipped into balled or boxed forms unless such is required by the design. All pruning cuts shall be made to lateral branches or buds, or flush with the trunk. "Stubbing" will not be permitted. All shrubs shall be pruned to not become rangy or top Page 13