14 - Laserfiche WebLink

A. Fertilization: Supply manufacturers data sheet for all soil amendments to Parks Superintendent for approval prior to incorporation. The Parks Superintendent may at his/her discretion take and test soil samples for fertility and other factors and suggest changes in the soil chemistry. The contractor at no additional cost shall follow these recommendations. Supply Parks Superintendent with materials tags for verification of work. B. Annuals replacement. Four(4)times each year(exact timing and species/colors to be agreed upon by City and Contractor)replace annual plants in the planter-bowls. The species and color of the annual plants may vary; the Parks Superintendent shall determine the container size and quantity. The plant material will be billed as'extra work' in accordance with the Schedule of Values. SECTION 6. MONTHLY MAINTENANCE A. Irrigation: All lateral lines shall be flushed out at least once per month after removing the last multi-outlet emitter or two at each end of the lateral line. B. Fertilization: Fertilize plants twice monthly with a water-soluble fertilizer equal to Scott's Peters Professional 15-15-15 Geranium. Avoid applying fertilizer to the base of main stems; rather, spread evenly under plant to drip line. Rate shall be 350 ppm nitrogen. SECTION 7. WEEKLY MAINTENANCE A. Checking of plant material to include but not limited to pruning,thinning, and pinching-back is to be performed twice weekly on Monday and Friday of each week from April 1 to November 30, and no less than once weekly from December 1 to March 31. As directed by the Parks Superintendent,the Contractor shall take action to maintain plant size and shape to prevent overcrowding by aggressive species,prevent legginess, and promote or maintain the design concept. B. Irrigation: Visual checks of the irrigation system should be made on a weekly basis to ensure its proper operation. Check for any leaks, any loss or damage to equipment, proper operation of all emitters, and proper programming of automatic irrigation controller. Make any adjustments or repairs as necessary. Once established,watering schedules should be reviewed and adjusted on a weekly to monthly basis as needed to accommodate variations in rainfall and evapotranspiration (loss of water by evaporation through plant leaves). During the summer,plantings should be checked weekly to insure that optimum soil moisture exists. Hand watering may be required to some planter-bowls in the most exposed(sun,wind) locations. See Attachment VI I for irrigation controller locations and notes. Weed Control, litter removal, spent flowers: Keep planter-bowls weed free at all times. Litter and spent flowers should be removed no less than twice weekly from April 1 to November 30, and no less than once weekly from December 1 to March 31. Weeds that occur adjacent to the bowls as a result of bowl irrigation shall be controlled by the contractor as part of this contract. C. Replacement Plants: Dead plants and those in a state of decline should be replaced immediately(within 48 hours). Replacement plants should be of a size,condition and variety acceptable to the owner. D. Insect& Disease Control: Maintain a reasonable control with approved materials. Insecticides and fungicides are to be as approved by the City Parks Maintenance Supervisor. Page 19