Landscape Mulching Sample Clauses
The Landscape Mulching clause outlines the requirements and standards for applying mulch to landscaped areas within a project. It typically specifies the type, depth, and placement of mulch, as well as any preparation or maintenance steps needed before and after installation. For example, it may require the use of organic mulch at a minimum depth to suppress weeds and retain soil moisture. This clause ensures that mulching is performed consistently and effectively, promoting plant health and maintaining the aesthetic quality of the landscape.
Landscape Mulching. 1. For Pit Plantings
a. Where the distance between plants is 8 ft. (2.4 m) or less, spread mulch throughout and 3 ft. (900 mm) beyond the outermost plants. Where plants are more than 8 ft. (2.4 m) apart, apply mulch in a circular fashion around each plant, forming a ring 5 ft. (1.5 m) in the outside diameter.
b. If plant pits are greater than 5 ft. (1.5 m) in diameter, ensure that the mulch extends out to cover the berm as shown in the planting details on the plans.
c. Apply mulch within 3 days of planting at least 4 in. (100 mm) in depth to obtain a compacted depth of at least 3 in. (75 mm).
Landscape Mulching. Continuously maintain shrub and tree beds with a clean, freshly mulched appearance using the mulch originally specified. See Subsection 702.3.05.
Landscape Mulching. 1. For Pit Plantings Follow these requirements when mulching for pit plantings:
a. Where the distance between plants is 8 ft (2.4 m) or less, spread mulch throughout and 3 ft (900 mm) beyond the outermost plants. Where plants are more than 8 ft (2.4 m) apart, apply mulch in a circular fashion around each plant, forming a ring 5 ft (1.5 m) in the outside diameter. If plant pits are greater than 5 ft (1.5 m) in diameter, ensure that the mulch extends out to cover the berm as shown in the planting details on the Plans.
b. Apply mulch within 3 days of planting at least 4 in (100 mm) in depth to obtain a compacted depth of at least 3 in (75 mm). Compaction occurs naturally. Check compaction at least two months after spreading and exposing the mulch to the elements. If the compacted depth is less than 3 in (75 mm), apply additional mulch to deficient areas within 1 month following notification.
c. Apply mulch to a uniform depth and remove lumps for a neat appearance. Tuck mulch neatly against all paving edges, drainage structures, and where planting beds meet grassed areas.
d. Leave a 1 in (25 mm) to 2 in (50 mm) ring of non-mulched area directly around all tree trunks.
e. Do not mulch with Cypress Mulch.
2. For Plantings using a ▇▇▇▇▇▇, Hoedad, or Reinforced Shovel Apply landscape mulch according to Subsection 702.3.05.C.1 with the following exceptions:
a. Apply mulch before planting.
b. Use only wheat straw mulch in restoration areas.
c. Ensure that the mulch coverage is open enough to allow seed germination to take place and dense enough to conserve moisture in the seed bed.
3. For Native Multitrophic or Stream Buffer Restoration Planting Areas, wheat straw shall be the only types of mulch used.
4. Do not use mulch in a tidal ▇▇▇▇▇ area. Do not mulch wet swale or retention ponds where standing water is present.