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(Martin Zollner /Principal .arty,ZZollneda.eom 1,2M t51 r PL SE 13 n- uglt /890/4131 L 4371 4541 www.zallner&r_com 0@1 MBRaN L: MLH1E1 OUMFl1Y17E NO. 377 REVISION I DATE J W Z y O z a z Wz !W- d LL 06 O Q= LU H J J LU Z W auto I_ W IL Z o y LU O �- z Q N a V SHEET ID L101 SHEET 1 OF H o z W Q3Q K r-1 2 J U QMQ a o 2 O O O H N N J W Z y O z a z Wz !W- d LL 06 O Q= LU H J J LU Z W auto I_ W IL Z o y LU O �- z Q N a V SHEET ID L101 SHEET 1 OF H GENERAL NOTES: 1. Refer to Civil Engineer's drawings for util 2. Refer to city and /or county standard plan 3. Contractor shall be responsible for any a All piping, conduit, sleeves, etc., shall be information; including storm drain, sewer, water, electrical, gas, telephone and cable. specifications where applicable. !nation with subcontractors as required to accomplish all construction operations. in place prior to installation of irrigation antl planting construction items. 4. Contractor shall be responsible to consul 4ith city representative, appropriate agencies and plans, for the locations of all underground utilities, pipes and structures Contractor shall take sole responsibility for all damages cause as a result of their work. f 5. Contractor shall no willfully proceed with c4nstruction as designed when it is obvious that obstructions, area discrepancies and /or grade difference exist that may not Oave been known during design. Such conditions shall be immediately brought to the attention of the owner's authorized repres tative. The contractor shall assume full responsibility for all necessary revisions due to failure to give such notifications. PLANTING NOTES: OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY FORMAINTENANCE: After the completion of the construction contra , and the contractor's maintenance periods, the property owner and /or their landscape maintenance service shall maintain the site in a safe condition, including but not limited to the: trees, shrubs, groundcovers, grass, and irrigation system. Landscape plantings she I be maintained in a healthy condition throughout the year. Replace all plants that die with like varieties and match with size of adjaceirt plants. Maintenance may include but is not limited to: pruning, mowing, trimming, vegetation debris removal and other methods no cessary to maintain safe pedestrian access, vehicular access, utility access, sight visibility, and to preserve public safety. INSTALLATION: 1. The contractor shall install the landscape 2. Verify locations of all pertinent site improv, conditions, contact the owner's authorized 3. Exact locations of plant materials shall be Owner's authorized representative reserve 4. All plants shall be grown for this region or 5. Do not make substitutions. If specified Ian sources to the Landscape Architect, togett 6. Contractor shall contact the Landscape An PLANTING LIST, SPECIFICATIONS, I Planting list is on this sheet. See sheet L103 for planting details. See sheet L104 for planting specifications. IRRIGATION: Irrigation will be provided by an automatic under See sheet L201 for irrigation plan. to these plans, details, and the specfcations. is under other sections. If any part of this plan connot be followed due to site :sentative for instruction prior to commencing work. Ned by the owner's authorized representetive in the field prior to installation. right to adjust plants to exact location in the field. be adequately climatized. )e material is not obtainable, submit progf of nan- availability from at least five (5) th the proposal for use of equivalent material for final approval. A or owners representative for plan material inspection prior to installation. DETAILS: system capable of providing adequate water to planting throughout the year. PLANTING NOTES (cont): TREE PRUNING: All trees or shrubs hereafter planted or substantially pruned In any public rightof -way shall only be pruned or planted with permission of the controlling agency. Pruning of deciduous street trees adjacent to streets and sidewalks shall be performed pursuant to the following schedule and standards: YEAR 1: Only dead, broken or crossing branches shall be pruned when the tree is planted. YEAR 2: A Class I prune, pursuant to National Arbonst Association Standards, shall be performed during year 2. The purpose of this pruning is to establish proper scaffold branching, raise the crown for road / sidewalk clearance, and remove any dead dying or crossing branches. SUCCEEDING YEARS: Perform a Class I prune during succeeding years to continue to establish proper scaffold branching, remove any dead, dying, or crossing branches, and continue to raise the crown until road and sidewalk clearances standards have been met. TREE, SHRUB, AND GROUNDCOVER PRUNING: All plant growth in landscape areas shall be controlled by pruning, trimming or otherwise so that: 1. It will not interfere with the maintenance or repair of any public utility. 2. It will not restrict pedestrian or vehicular access. 3. It will not constitute a haf is hazard because of reduced visibility. 4. Prune trees as required above. PLANT SCHEDULE SYM BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME SIZE QTY Acerciminatum Vine Maple 6' Multi -stem 2 t,% "a ' Abe/ig gmndiNora 'Edward Goucher' Edward Goucher Abelia 5 Gal. 7 CAD Comus sencea 'Kelsey!' Kelsey Dogwood 2 Gal. 17 eft Cul/urna vulgans Auna' Scotch Heather 1 Gal. 40 Nandina domestica 'Nana' Dwarf Nandina 2Gal. 41 Piensjaponica'Variegate' Variegated Piers 5Gal. 33 • • • Thuja owdentafis 'Pyramidal /s' Pyramidal Arborvitae 42" Tall 30 Vaccirlium ovatum Evergreen Huckleberry 5 Gal. 9 ® Ajuga /eptans'Chocolate Chip' Chocolate Chip Ajuga 1 Gal. / 18" O.C. 65 Arotoslaphybs uva -ursi Kinnickinnick 1 Gal./ 36" O.C. 96 Gaudhoria procumbens Eastern Teaberry 1 Gal./ 24" O.C. 108 Turf Grass Sod SF SF 1 "- 3" Washed River Rock 3" Depth 605 SF Mutin Zollner1A,nnpa1 martyOzolloerla.com z >.fi Iitr. PL S.i'.. B0111 ,,, W WW7 -512: "1'05 ",C -iii ". o wwvl.zoTdnn'lrzmrx, D] WKIIN L. ZOULNER COMFICA7E NC. 377 REVISION DATE M N a N Q o Z a w W m G > c7 3 v o i D V h N J W a Z O O Z W 2 � Q W g Q Z 2 C LU U) J U. O Q U J W J Z a ? a Qo a w V Z o ZZ O W J J H y Q U 2 SHEET ID L102 SHEET 2 OF H EXCAVATE" V 3XID OF ROOTBALL NOTE: AFTER PLANTING AND THOROUGHLY APPLY ANTI - DESICCANT SPRAY IF TREE IS IN 77"� Broadleaf Tree D .103J NOT TO SCALE f ate_° ,a NAIL WHEN EXPOSED TO HIGH WINDS) ;TALL 6 PER TREE CALIPER INCH SIMPLOT BEST PAKS, OR APPROVE EQUAL )SEN SOIL NEXT TO ROOTBALL AND SLOPE BC HOLE AWAY FROM ROOTBALL FOR DRAINAGE -Staked OVER 1" DIAMETER. EXISTING IF AVAILABLE, AMENDED OR SEE SPECIFICATIONS FOR TOPSOIL REQUIREMENTS 2', .P1_1_ DEBRIS, SCARIFY SUBBASE AND REPLACE WITH CLEAN SOIL. 1 Planting Area Soil Gross Section 103J NOT TO SCALE ANY NON -BIOGRADABLE MATERIAL BACKFILLING INSTALL 6 PER TREE CALIPER INCH JR SIMPLOT BEST PAKS, OR APPROVE EQUAL LOOSEN SOIL NEXT TO ROOTBALL AND SLOPE BC EXCAVATE OF HOLE AWAY FROM ROOTBALL FOR DRAINAGE —3 X ID OF ROOTBALL NOTE:AFTER PLANTING AND THOROUGHLY WATERING, APPLY ANTI - DESICCANT SPRAY Shrub Detail IF BROAD LEAF SHRUB IS IN LEAF. NOT TO SCALE '73 NO ROCKS OVER 1" DIAMETER. EXISTING IF AVAILABLE, AMENDED OR IMPORTED, SEE SPECIFICATIONS FOR TOPSOIL REQUIREMENTS 2 ", ALL DEBRIS, SCARIFY SUBBASE AND REPLACE WITH CLEAN SOIL. a, Lawn Soil Cross Section NOT TO SCALE AS LISTED IN THE PLANT LIST FROM CURBS, SIDEWALKS OR OTHER HARD SURFACES FIXED OBJECTS HOLE BEFORE BACKFILLING OF SOIL IN CONTAINER Groiundcover Detail NOT TO SCALE 6 � Rock Mulch Cross Section NOT TO SCALE Zollnrr Lan lsxpe Archirec r.rrc Martin Zollnecl Prm,,p i mar[v@wllnerlacom '2 %9 L iet. 1't:. till. i3etlea�uy'' /a 6i"Wi -5321 .. 1'3717 'I . rv- imzollnola.r ©m -° 1uG< MARTIN L. ZOULNER CHRMCAT€ NO. 377 REVISION I DATE J W a O° Z a W� 2 N J J W Q LL W O p W V Q Q = U H y J ° Z 4Z Q 0 J W a Z" O OJ W H CO) a V SHEET ID L103 SHEET 3 OF 8 In Z a Z 2 2ZO An An v ¢ = o a o r Q° O U N N J W a O° Z a W� 2 N J J W Q LL W O p W V Q Q = U H y J ° Z 4Z Q 0 J W a Z" O OJ W H CO) a V SHEET ID L103 SHEET 3 OF 8 SECTION 329300 - PLANTS PART1- GENERAL 1.1 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Plants (including trees, shrubs, groundcovers and other plants). 2. Topsoil. 3. Tree stabilization. 1.2 DEFINITIONS A. Backfill: The earth used to replace or the act of replacing earth in an excavation. B. Belled and Burapped Stock: Exterior plants dug with firm, natural balls of earth in which they were grown, with ball size not less than the diameter and depth recommended by ANSI Z60.1 for type and size of plant required; wrapped with burlap, tied, rigidly supported, and amen laced with twine with the root lam visible at the surface of the ball as recommendery by ANSI depth C. Balled and Potted Stock: Exterior plants d size with firm, neturel balls of earth in which they am grown and placed, unbro en, in a container. Bell size is not less than the diem star and de lh recommended by ANSI 260.1 for type end size of plats required. P D. Bare -Root Stock: Exterior plants with a well - branched fibrous -root system developed by transplanting or root priming, , vith soil or growing medium removed, and with not le ;, then minimum root spread according to ANSI Z60.1 for type and size of plant required. E. Clump: Where three or more young trees were planted in a group and have grown together as a single tree having thms or more main stems or W nks. F. Container -Grown Stock: Healthy, vigorous, well - rooted plants grown in a container, with a well-established mot system reaching sides of container and maintaining a fine hall when removed from container. Container shall be rigid enough to hold ball shape and protect root mass during shipping and be sized c according to ANSI Z60.1 for type and size of na lant P gWlred. G. Duff Layer: The surface layer of native topsoil that is composes of mostly deceyetl leaves, twigs, and detritus. H. Fabric Bag -Grown Stock: Healthy, vigorous, well - rooted plants established and grown in -ground in a porous fabric bag kh wall - established root system reaching sides of fabric bag. Fabric bag size is not less than diameter, depth, and volume required by ANSI Z60.1 for type and size of plant. I. Finish Grade: Elevation evalion of finished surface of planting soil. J. Manufactured Topsoil: Soil produced off -site by homogeneously blending mineral soils or sand with stabilized organics it amendments to produce topsoil or planting soil. K. Pests: Living organisms that occur where they are not desired or that cause damage to plants, animals, or people. Tor ise include insects, mites, grubs, mollusks (snails anq ). slu 9 s rodents (gophers, moles, and mice), unwanted plants (weeds), fungi, bacteria, and viruses. L. Planting Area: Arses to be planted. M. Planting Sail: Standardized topsoil; existing, native surface topsoil; existing, in -place surface sail; imported topsoil; or m 3nufactured topsoil that is modified with soil amendments and perhaps Fertilizers to produce a sail mixture best for plant growth. N. Plant; Plants; Plant Material: These terns refer to vegetation in general, including trees, shrubs, vines, ground covers, mamental grasses, bulbs, forms, tubers, or herbacedus vegetation. O. Root Flare: Also called "trunk flare." The area at the base of the plant's stem or trunk where the stem or trunk broadens to forth mots; the area of transition between the root system and the stem or trunk. P. Stem Girdling Roots: Roots that encircle the stems (trunks) of trees below the sail surface. Q. Subgrade: Surface or elevation of subsoil remaining after excavation is complete, or the top surface of a fill or backfill b ore planting soil is placed. R. Subsoil: All soil beneath the topsoil layer of the soil profile, and typified by the lack of organic matter and soil organisms. S. Surface Soil: Soil that is present at the top layer of the existing soil profile at the Project site. In undisturbed areas, the i udace soil is typicallytopsoil; but in disturbed areas such as urban environments, the surface soil can be subsoil. 1.3 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: Submit to Landscape Architect if contractor proposes deviations from the drawings or specifications or to public works projects, for each type of product indicated, including soils. 1. Plant Materials: Within seven (7) days of bid selection or award submit copies of purchase orders for plants, indi ing plants available. Include quantities, sizes, quality, and sources for plant materials- If not available, find available sources. Submit requests for substitution of similar plants with si characteristics 8 plants not available on the Pactfic Northwest region. 2. Herbicides: Include product label and manufacturer's application instmctions spectate the Project. 3. Tree Staples. B. Samples for Verification: Submit to Landscape Architect if contractor proposes deviations from the drawings or for public works projects, for each of the following: 1. Trees and Shrubs: Three samples of each variety and size delivered to the site for review. Maintain approved Sam lee on -site as a standard for comparison. 2. Compost Mulch: 5Ill. volume of each [organic] [compost] mulch required; in sealed plastic bags labeled with concir asition of materials by percentage of weight and edifice of mulch. Each Sample shall be typical of the lot of material to be furnished; provide an accurate representation of color, textu a and organic makeup. 3. Compost: 51b. volume of each compost required; in sealed plastic bags labeled with composition of materials by p rcentage of weight and source of compost. Each Sample shall be typical of the lot of material to be furnished, provide an accurate representation of color, texture, and organic makeu . 4. Imported Topsoil: 5It. volume of imported topsoil required; in sealed plastic bags labeled with composition of mate falls by percentage of weight and source of imported topsoil. Each Sample shall be typical of the lot of material to be furnished; provide an accurate representation of color, texture, ani organic makeup. 5. Weed Control Barrier: 12 by 12 inches. 6. Root Barrier: Width of panel by 12 inches. C. Qualification Data: For qualified landscape Installer, meeting Installer Qualifications under Quality Assurance below. Inc ude list of similar projects completed by Installer demmonstrating Installers capabilities and experience. Include project names, addresses, and year completed, and include names and a licresses of owners oonWd persons. D. Product Certificates: For each type of manufactured product, such as compost fertilizer, lime antidesicos nt and herbicide, from manufacturer, and complying with the following: 1. Manufacturers certified analysis of standard products. 2. Analysis of other materials y e bmit t by a recognized laboratory made awardingur methods s established by the Association o Official AnalYGCaI Chemists, whew applicable. E. Material Test Reports: Submit to Landscape Architect. For existing native surface topsoil and imported or manufactured lopsoil. F. Material safety data sheets for all herbicides. G. Planting Schedule: Submit to Landscape Architect. Indicating anticipated planting dams for exterior plants. H. Maintenance Instructions: Recommended procedures to be established by Owner for maintenance of plants during a ml Dndar year. Submit before start of mquimd maintenance periods. I. Warranty: Sample of special warranty. 1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Installer Qualifications: A qualified landscape Installer whose work has resulted in successful establishment of plants. 1. Professional Membership: Installer shall be a member in good standing of either the Professional Landcere Neal or the American Nursery and Landscape Association. 2. Experience: Five (5) years experience in landscape installation in addition to requirements in Division 01 Section "Q Islity Requirements." 3. Installer's Field Supervision: Require Installer to maintain an expenenced full -time supervisor on Project site when wank is in progress. 4. Crews: Shall have sufficient crews to meet owners completion schedule. F. Soil- Testing Laboratory Qualifications: An independent or university Iaberstory, recognized by the State Department of A griculture, with the experience and capability to t cond Wd he testing indicated and that specializes in types of tests W be performed. G. Soil Analysis: For each unamended soil type, furnish soil analysis and a written report by a qualified soil- testing labomto y stating percentages of organic matter; gradation of sand silt and clay content; cation exchange capacity; sodium absorption ratio; deleterious material; pH; and mineral and plant- nubent c ontent of the soil. 1. Testing methods and written recommendations shell comply with USDA's Handbook No. 60. 2. The soil- testing laboratory shall oversee soil sampling; with depth, location, and number of samples to be taken per retractions from Architect. A minimum ofthree representative samples shall be taken p e from varied locations for each soil to be used or amended for planting purposes. 3. Report suitability tested sail for plant growth. a. Based upon the test p moults, state recommendations for soil treatments and soil amendments to be I noorporate 1. State recommendations to weight per 1 lent sq. ft. kPr volume per cu. yd. for nitrogen, phosphorus, and potash nutrients and soil amendments to be added to roduce satisfacto P p planting coil lt, lead, fohium, an vianadiu . I E. Report presence of problem salts minerals, Po P P as or free metals including d aluminum arsenic barium heavy 9 , cadmium c romium cobalt, lead, lithium and vanadium. If such materials am present, p ,provitle additional recommendations for corrective acfion. D. Provide quality, size, genus, species, and vanety of plants indicated, complying with applicable requirements in ANSI Z60. 1. Selection of exterior plants purchased under allowances will be made by Architect, who will tag plants at their place f growth before they am prepared for transplanting. E. Measurements: Measure according o ANSI Zfi 0.1. Do not cone to obtain 9 required sizes. P 1. Trees antl Shrubs: Measure with branches and trunks or canes in their normal position. Take height measurement, from or near the top of the root flora for field-grown Rtock and container grown stock. Measure main body of tree or shrub for height and spread; do not measure branches or mo tip to tip. Take caliper measurements 6 inches above the root flare for trees up to 4 -inch caliper size, and 12 inches above the root flare for larger saes. 2. Other Plants: Measure with stems petioles, and folio a in their normal position. • P 9 F. Plant Malen I a Observation: Landscape Architect nd ed ley observe plant material either at place of growth or at site before PE ring for compliance with requirements injures, an latent s, variety, cultivar, size and quality. ty. Architect retains right to observe trees and shrubs further for size and d trees of balls and ro t systems, pests, disease symptoms, injures, and latent tlefects and to reject unsatisfactory ordefadive material at any time during progress of work. Remove rejectetltrees orshmbs immw ately from Project site. 1. Notify owner her entl for public works s roads Landscape t ( P P 1 ec of sources of planting materials P ) s minimum of 7 tl in P 9 O aye advance of delivery to site. G. Pre - install ti n a o Conference: Conduct conference at Project site. Notify owner and Landscape Architect a minimum of so on (7) days prior to conference. 1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING A. Packaged Materials: Deliver packaged materials in original, unopened containers showing weight, certified analysis, nam 9 and address of manufacturer, and indication of conformance with state and federal laws if applicable. B. Bulk Materials: L Do not dump or store bulk materials near structures, utilities, walkways and pavements, or on existing turf areas or PIE nts. 2. Provide erosian -control measures to prevent erosion or displacement of bulk materials, discharge of wil -bearing we r runoff, and airborne dust reaching adjacent properties, water conveyance systems, or walkways. 3. Accompany each delivery of bulk fertilizers [, lima] and soil amendments with appropriate cortficates. C. Deliver bare -root stock plants freshly dug. Immediately after digging up bare-root stock, pack root system in wet straw, IS y, or other suitable material to keep root system maul until planting. D. Do not prune trees and shrubs before delivery. ry . Protect bark branches, and roots stems from sun amid, d drying wind bu aweatin w ' Y . ry hl in and other Do n 9� 9• DP 9. rig and tying damage. Do not hantl or bind -tie trees or shrubs in such a manner as to destroy their natural shape. Provide protective covering of pl its during shipping and delivery. Do not drop plants tluring delivery and handling. E. Handle planting stock by root ball. F. Deliver exterior plants after preparations for planting have been completed, and Install immediately. If planting is delayed none then six hours after delivery, set plants and trees in their appropriate aspect (sun, filteretl sun, or shade), protect from weather and mechanical damage, and keep roots moist. 1. Heel -in b are -root stack. Soak mats that r ' s are In tl condition in water r to fo two Rptable ate t dry u ants. 1 P 2. Sat bailed stock dick on round and cover II w' g bell tlh soil, peat moss, sawdust, or other acceptable material. 3. Do not remove container -grown stock from containers before time of planting. 4. Water root systems of plants stored on -site deeply and thoroughly with a fine -mist spray. Water as often as noommY to maintain root systems in a moist, but not overly -Viet condition. 1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Field Measurements: Verify actual grade elevations, service and utility locations, irrigation system components, and dimei isions of plantings and construction contiguous with rye, plantings by field measurements before roceedin with planting work. 1. Utilities: Call local Utility ocate Center a minimum of 48 hours but tno more than 10 days, in advance of work. Pe rte work Ina manner that will avoid damage, hand excavate as needed. Repair all damage to the satisfaction of the utility owner at no cost to owner. B. Interruption f of provide Existing Services a Utilities: Do not interrupt services or utilities to facilities occupied by Owner or others u less permitted under the following wntlitions and thgn any after amen in to rovida tam ore services or utilities according 9 9 P temporary word rig to requirements indicated: 1. Notify Landscape Architect, Construction Manager, and Owner no fewer than two days in advance of proposed intern ption of each service or W Iity. 2. Do not proceed with interruption of services or utilities without Landscape Architect's, Construction Managers, and Owners written permission. C. Planting Restrictions: Plant during one of the following periods. Coordinate planting periods with maintenance periods to rovide required maintenance fmm date of Substantial Completion. 1. Spring Planting: March - June 2. Summer Planting: July - August. Deep watering of plants at time of planting is required at time of planting. Irngation lystorn to be fully functional and maintained prior to Planting. 9 3. Fall Planting: September lam r- be November D. Weather Limitations; Proceed with planting only when existing and caret P B Y forecasted weather conditions permit trait tartan to s. P p when beneficial and o timum g Pe insults may be P obtained. btainetl. Apply products during favorable weather conditions according to manufacturers written instructions and warranty requirem its. E. Excavation: When conditions detrimental to plant growth are encountered, such as rubble fill, adverse drainage conditions, or obstructions, notify the Landscape Architect before panting. F. Coordination: Coordinate with other trades on site. Protect plants and planting areas from damage by other construction I Mites on site. Landscape wntrector shall coordinate with general contractor before landscape work begins. Repair all damage at no additional cost to owner. G. Coordination with Turf Areas (Lawns): Plant trees, shrubs, and other plants after finish grades am established and before lanfing turf areas unless otherwise indicated. 1. When planting trees, shrubs, and other plants after planting turf areas, protect turf areas, and promptly repair damage caused by planting operations. 1.7 WARRANTY A. Special Warranty: Installer agrees to repair or replace plantings and accessories that fail in materials, workmanship, or growth within specified warranty period. 1. Failures include, but are not limited to, the following: a. Death and unsatisfactory growth, except for defects resulting from abuse, lack of adequate maintenance, or neglect by Owner, or incidents that are beyond Contractors control. b. Structural failu res including plantings falling or blowing over. c. Faulty performance of tree stabilization, edgings, or tree grates. d. Deterioration of metals, metal finishes, and other materials beyond normal weathering. 2. Warranty Periods from Date of Substantial Completion: a. Trees, Shrubs, Vines, and Ornamental Grasses: 12 months. b. Ground Covers, Biennials, Perennials, and Other Plants: 12 months. c. Annuals: Three months. 3. Include the following remedial actions as a minimum: a. Immediately remove dead plants and replace unless required to plant in the succeeding planting season. b. Replace plants that are mare than 25 percent dead or in an unhealthy condition at end of warranty period. c. A limit of one replacement of each plant will be required except for losses or replacements due to failure W comply with requirements. d. Provide extended warranty for period equal to anginal warranty period, for replaced plant material. 1.8 MAINTENANCE SERVICE A. Initial Maintenance Service for All Plants: Provide maintenance by skilled employees of landscape Installer. Maintain as required in Part 3. Begin maintenance immediately after plants are installed and continue until plantings are acceptably healthy and well established but for not less than maintenance period below. 1. Maintenance Period. 90 days from date of Substantial Completion. B. Continuing Maintenance Proposal: From Installer to Owner, in the form of a standard yearly (or other period) maintenance agreement, starting on date initial maintenance service is concluded. State services, obligations, conditions, and terms for agreement Period and for future renewal options. PART2- PRODUCTS 2.1 PLANT MATERIAL A. General: Furnish nursery-grown plants true to genus, species, variety, cultivar, stem form, sheering, and other features indicated! in Plant Schedule or Plant Legend shown on Drawings and complying with ANSI Z60.1; and with healthy root systems developed by transplanting or root pruning. Provide well- shaped, fully branched, healthy, vigorous stock, densely foliated when in leaf and free of disease, pests, eggs, larvae, and defects such as knots, sun scald, injuries, abrasions, and disfigurement. 1. Trees with damaged, croaked, or multiple leaders; tight vertical branches where bark is squeezed between two branches or between branch and trunk ( "included bark "): crossing trunks; cut -off limbs more than 3/4 inch in diameter; or with stem girdling roots will be rejected. 2. Collected Stock: Do not use plants harvested from the wild, from native stands, from an established landscape planting, or not grown in a nursery unless otherwise indicated. B. Provide plants of sizes, grades, and bailor container sizes complying with ANSI Z60.1 for types and form of plants required. Plants of a lager size maybe used if acceptable to Landscape Architect, with a proportionate increase in size of roots or bells. C. Root -Ball Depth: Furnish trees and shrubs with root balls measured from top of root ball, which shall begin at root flare according to ANSI ZB0.1. Root flare shall be visible before planting. D. Labeling: Label each plant of each variety, size, and tali per with a securely attached, waterproof tag bearing legible designation of common name and full scientific name, including genus and species. Include nomenclature for hybrid, variety, or cultivar, if applicable for the plant as shown on Drawings. E. If formal arrangements or consecutive order of plants is shown on Drawings, select stock for uniform height and spread and number the labels to assure symmetry in planting. F. Annuals and Biennials: Provide healthy, disease -free plants of species and variety shown or listed, with well - established root systems reaching W sides of me contalnarto maintain a firm ball, but not with excessive root growth encircling the container. Provide only plants that are acclimated to outdoor conditions before delivery and that are in bud but not yet in bloom. 2.2 INORGANIC SOIL AMENDMENTS A. Lime: ASTM C 602, agricultural liming material containing a minimum of 80 percent calcium carbonate equivalent and as follows: 1. Class: T, with a minimum of 99 percent passing through No. 8 sieve and a minimum of 75 percent passing through No. 60 sieve. 2. Class: O, with a minimum of 95 percent passing through No. 8 sieve and a minimum of 55 percent passing through No. 60 sieve. 3. Provide lime in form of ground dolomltic limestone. B. Sulfur. Granular, biodegradable, and containing a minimum of 90 percent sulfur, with a minimum of 99 percent passing through No. 6 sieve and a maximum of 10 percent passing through No. 40 sieve. G Iron Sulfate: Granulated ferrous sulfate containing a minimum of 20 percent iron and 10 percent sulfur. D. Aluminum Sulfate: Commercial gentle, unadulterated. E. Perlite: Horticultural perli e, soil amendment grade. F. Agricultural Gypsum: Minimum 90 percent calcium sulfate, finely ground with 90 percent passing through No. 50 sieve. G. Sand: Clean, washed, natural or manufactured, and free of toxic materials. H. Diatomaceous Earth: Calcined 90 percent silica, with approximately 140 percent water absorption capacity by weigh. I. Zeolites: Mineral clinoptilolite with at least 60 percent water absorption by weight. 2.3 ORGANIC SOIL AMENDMENTS A. Compost: Well - composted, stable, and weed -free organic matter, pH range of 5.5 to 8; moisture content 35 to 55 Percent by weight; 100 percent passing through 1 -inch sieve; soluble salt content of 5 to 10 decisiemens /m; not exceeding 0.5 percent inert contaminants and free of substances toxic to plantings; and as follows: 1. Organic Matter Content: 50 to 70 percent of dry weight. 2. Feedstock: Agricultural, food, or industrial residuals; biosolids; yam trimmings; orsource- separated or compostable mixed solid waste. 3. Except for compost that may be needed to improve the topsoil to meet specifications and for lawns, compost shall not be tilled into the topsoil but shall be layered as shown in the planting details. B. Wood Derivatives: Decomposed, nitrogen - treated sawdust, ground bark, or wood waste; of uniform texture and free of chips, stones, slicks, soil, or toxic materials. 1. In lieu of Decomposed wood derivatives, mix partially decomposed wood derivatives with ammonium nitrate at a minimum rate of 0.151b/cu. ft. of loose sawdust or ground bark, or with ammonium sulfate at a minimum rate of 0.251b /cu. ft. of loose sawdust or ground bark. C. Manure: Well- rotted, unleached, stable or cattle manure containing not mom than 25 pendent by volume of straw, sawdust, or other bedding materials; free of toxic substances, stones, sticks, soil, weed seed, debts, and material harmful to plant growth. 2.4 FERTILIZERS A. Bonemeal: Commercial, raw or steamed, finely ground, a minimum of [f] [4] percent nitrogen and [I0] [20] percent phosphoric acid. S. Superphosphate: Commercial, phosphate mixture, soluble; a minimum of 20 percent available phmphorc acitl. C. Commercial Fertilizer: Commercial-grade complete fertilizer of neutral character, consisting of fast- and slow - release nitrogen, 50 percent derived from natural organic sources of urea formaldehyde, phosphorous, and potassium in the following composition: 1. Composition: 1 Its /1000 sq. ft. of actual nitrogen, 4 percent phosphorus, and 2 percent potassium, by weight. 2. Composition: Nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium in amounts recommended in soil reports from a qualified soil- testing laboratory. D. Slow - Release Fertilizer: Granular or pelleted fertilizer consisting of 50 percent water - insoluble nitrogen, phosphoms, and potassium in the following composition: 1. Composition: 20 percent nitrogen, 10 percent phosphorous, and 10 percent potassium, by weight. 2. Composition: Nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium in amounts recommended in soil reports from a qualified soil- testing laboratory. E. Planting Ferldiz r . Tea bag P acket type, with water retention of mar crystals a s shown in the planting details: Best Peks Gromaz , orapproved equal. 2.5 TOPSOIL A. Topsoil Requirements: Topsoil il with P H range of 5.5 10 7 a mini mum mum of l5 % -30 %0 organic mate rial content (may include com yard waste consisting of 10 00% recycled lad l ent waste); 30% -60% sand content 20 % -4 0%s Ili content and 5 % -20% clay content; free of stones 1 inch or larger in dimension and o th er extraneous materials harmful t o plant growth. B. Topsoil Source: Exist ng, native surface topsoil forfeit under naural conditions with the duff layer retained tluring excavation process and stockpiled on -site. Verify suitability of native surface topsoil to protluce viable planting soil Clean soil of roots, plants, sod stones, clay lumps, and other extraneous materials harmful to plant growth. 1. Supplement with imported or manufactured topsoil from off-site sources when quantities are insufficient. Obtain topsoil displaces from naturally well- drained construction or mining sites where topsoil occurs at least 4 inches deep; do not obtain from agricultural lend, bogs or marshes. 2. Mix imported topsoil or manufactured topsoil with sell amendments [and fertilizers] as needed to produce topsoil. C. Topsoil Sourc e: e Existing, in-place so rface soil. Verify su liability of existing surface wit to produce viable planting g soil. Remove stems, roots plants, wit Gods clay lumps, pockets of coarse sand concrete slurry, layers or chunks cement ry• aster, building tlebris and Y P g tl other extraneous materiels harmful to plant growth. Mix surface soil with soil amendments land fertilizers] as nawetl to produce topsoil. 1. Surface soil may be supplemented with imported or manufactured to psoil from off -site s ou rces. Obtain topsoil displaced from naturally well-drained construction or mining sites where topsoil occurs at least inches deep; do not obtain from agricultural land, bogs or marsh es D. Topsoil Source: Imported topsoil or manufactured topsoil from off-site e sources. Obtain topsoil tlis laced from naturally w II- tlrainw construction or mining sites where to wlowurs at least inches deep; do not obtain from agricultural land, bogs or marshes. 1. Additional Properties of Imported Topsoil or Manufactured Topsoil: Screened and free of stones 1 inch or larger in any dimension; free of roots, plants, sod clods, clay lumps, pockets of coarse sand, D aint . P aint washout, concrete slur ry• concrete layers or chunks cement . plaster, building debris oils, gasoline, diesel fuel Pa trio thinner, turpentine, en Dne tar, morning compound, acid and other xl e reneous materials harmful to lent rowttr p e free of obnoxious weeds and invasive plants including quack gross, Johnson grass, poison ivy, nut sedge, organisms Canada thistle bindweed ben lgmss, wild garlic, ground ivy, perennial sorrel, and brome gresa; not infested with nematodes, grubs, other pests, pest eggs, or other undesirable organisms and disease-causing plant pathogens; friable and with sufficient strudure m give good tilth and aeration. Continuous, sir -filled pore -space content on a volumeNOlume basis shall beat least 15 percent when moisture P s meant at field capacity. Soil shall have D s a field capacity of n least 1t percent on a dry weight basis. 2. Mix imported topsoil or manufactured topsoil with coil amendments [end fertilizers] as needed to produce topsoil. 2.6 MULCHES A. Bark Mulch: Free from t de a ennus materials and suitable as a t r o dressing of tines and shrubs, ubs consisting of one of the following: 9 o 9 9. 1. Type: Douglas Fir bane. 2. Size Range: 1 1/2 inches maximum, 1/2 inch minimum. 3. Color. Natural. B. Compost Mulch: Well- composted, stable, and weed -free organic matter, pH range of 5.5 to 8; moisture content 35 to 55 percent by weight; 100 percent passing through 1 -inch sieve; soluble salt content of 2 W 5 decisiemens /m' not exceeding 0.5 percent inert contaminants and f t ee of substances toxic to plantings; and as follows: 1. Organic Matter Content: 50 to 60 percent of dry weight. 2. Rock Mulch: 2" - 3" Rou nit River Rock, washed, free of debris. 2.7 TREE STABILIZATION MATERIALS A. Stakes and Guys (see planting details): 1. Uri ht and Gu Stakes: R es ou h -sewn sound new hardwood prig Y softwood with specified w 9 � ootl resaure- reservetive treatment, P P trey a free of knots holes cross in P � grain antl other defects, 9 2 -b -2 -inch nominal y by length indicated, pointed atone end. 2. Flexible Ties: Wide rubber or elastic bands or Straps of length required to reach stakes or [ tumbuckles] [compression springs]. 3. Guys antl Tie Wires: ASTM A 641/A 641 M, Class 1, galvanized -steel wine, two - strand, twisted, 0.106 inch in diameter. 4. Tree -Tie Webbing: UV- resistant polypropylene or nylon webbing with brass grommets. 5. Guy Cables: Five stmnd, 3/16 -inch diameter, galvanized -steel cable, with zino-comed [lu rnbuckles] [compression springs], a minimum of 3 inches long, with Iwo 3/8 -inch galvanized eyebolts. 6. Flags: Standard survetcoes plastic flagging tape, white fi inches long. 7. Proprietary ry Stalking-and-Guying Devices: Proprietary stake and adjustable tie systems to secure each new planting by plant stem; sized as indicated and per manufacturers written recommendations. PARTS- EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION I. Examine areas to receive plants for compliance with requirements and conditions affecting installation and performance. 1. Verify that no foreign or deleterious material or liquid such as paint, paint washout, concrete slurry, concrete layers or chunks, cement, plaster, oils, gasoline, diesel fuel, paint thinner, turpentine, tar, roofmg compound, or acid has been deposited in soil within a planting area. 2. Do not mix or lace soils entl soil amendments in frozen, wet or muddy conditions, 3. Suspend soils spreading, grading, actin and tilling operations Burin periods P P e 9 dr a dids of excessive soil moisture 9 P 9 P until the moisture content e coaches acceptable levels to attain n the required results. P 4. Uniformly moisten excessively dry coil that is not workable and which is too dusty. B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. C. If contamination by foreign or deleterious material or liquid is present in wit within a planting area, remove the wit and contamination as directed by Landscape Architect and replace with new planting soil. 3.2 PREPARATION A. Protect structures, utilities, sidewalks, pavements• and other facilities and turf areas and existing plants from damage caused by planting operations. Ensure all trees maintain a minimum 5' separation from existing and proposed structures, utilities, luminaire and pavement. B. Install erosion - control measures to prevent erosion or displacement of soils and discharge of soil- bearing water mndiff or airborne dust to adjacent properties and walkways. C. Lay out individual tree and shrub locations and areas for multiple plantings. Stake locations, outline areas with white paint, adjust locations when requested, and obtain Landscape Architects acceptance of layout before excavating or Planting if the layout deviates from the Drawings.. Make minor adjustments as required. D. Apply antidesiccont to trees and shrubs using power spray to Previte an adequate film over funks (before wrapping), branches, stems, twigs, and foliage to protect during digging, handling, and transportation. 1. If deciduous trees or shrubs are moved in full leaf, spray with antidesiccant at nursery before moving and again two weeks after planting. F. Wrap trees and shrubs with budap fabric over trunks, branches, stems, twigs, and foliage to protect from wind and other damage during digging, handling, and transportation. 3.3 PLANTING AREA WEED CONTROL A. All planting areas shall be prepared so that they are weed and debris free at the time of planting and until completion of the project. The planting areas shall include the entire ground surface, regardless of cover, all planting bed areas around plants, and those shown in the Plans. Al no time during the life of the Contract shall the Contractor allow weeds and unwanted vegetation to reach seed stage. All applications of post- emergent herbicides shall be made while green and growing tissue is present. Should unwanted vegetation reach the sew stage, in violation of these Specifications, the Contractor shall physically remove and bag the seed heads. All physically removed vegetation and seed heads shall be disposed of off site at no cost to the Contracting Agency. 3.4 PLANTING AREA ESTABLISHMENT A. Loosen subgrade of planting areas to a minimum depth of 6 inches. Remove stones larger than 1 inch in any dimension and sticks, roots, rubbish, and other extraneous matter and legally dispose of them off Owner's property. 1. Apply fertilizer directly to subgrade before loosening. 2. Spread topsoil, apply soil amendments and fertilizer on surface, and thoroughly blend planting soil. a. Delay mixing fertilizer with planting soil if planting will not proceed within a few days. b. Mix lime with dry soil before mixing fertilizer. 3. Spread planting soil to a depth of 6 inches but not less than required to meet finish grades after settlement. Do not spread if planting soil or subgowe is frozen, muddy, or excessive) wet. Y Y a. Spread approximately one -half the thickness of planting soil over loosened subgratle. Mix thoroughly into top 2 inches of subgretle. Spread remainder of planting soil. B. Topsoil shall be placed by landscape contractor• unless other arrangements are made by the landscape contractor and the general contractor. Landscape contractor shall Coordinate timing and placement of topsoil. Landscape contractor is responsible for the fallowing paragraphs. C. Finish Grading: Grade planting areal to a smooth, uniform surface plane with loose, uniformly fine texture. Roll and mite, remove edges, and fill depressions to meet finish grades. D. Before planting, obtain Landscape Architect's acceptance of finish gowing; restore planting areas if erotled or otherwise disturbed after flush grading. 3.5 EXCAVATION FOR TREES AND SHRUBS A. Planting Pits and Trenches: Ezcava to circular planting pits with sides sloping inward at a 45 -degme angle. Excavations with vertical sides are not acceptable. Trim perimeter of bottom leaving center area of bottom misetl slightly to support root ball and assist in drainage away from center. Do not further disturb base. Ensure that root ball will sit on undisturbed base soil to prevent settling. Scarify sides of plalnling pit smeared or smoothed during excavation. 1. Excavate as shown to the planting details. 2. If drain tile is shown on Drawings or required under planting areas, excavate to top of porous backfill over tile. B. Subsoil antl topsoil removed from excavations may be used as planting soil. C. Obstructions: Notify Landscape Architect if unexpected rock or obstructions detrimental to trees or shrubs am encountered in excavations. 1. Hardpan Layer: Drill 6 -inch diamreter holes, 24 inches apart, into free -d mini ng strata or to a depth of 10 feet, whichever is less, and backfill with free -d mining material. D_ Drainage: Notify Landscape AmhitePt if subsoil conditions evidence unexpected water seepage or retention in tree or shrub planting pits. E. Fill excavations with water and allow to percolate away before positioning trees and shrubs. 3.6 TREE, SHRUB, AND VINE PLANTING A. Before planting, verify that mot flare its visible at top of root ball accord ing to ANSI Z60.1. If root flare is not visible, remove soil to a level manner from the root ball to where the lop -most mot emerges from the trunk. After soil removal to expose the root Flare, verify that root ball still meets size requirements. B. Remove stem girdling roots and kin Ic ad roots. Remove injured roots by cutting cleanly; do not break. C. Set balled and bunapped stock plumb and in center of planting pit or trench with root flare 1 inch above adjacent finish grades. 1. Use planting for backfill. 2. After placing some backfill around root ball to stabilize plant, carefully cut and remove budap, rope, and wire baskets from bps of root balls and from sides, but do not remove from under root balls. Remove pallets, if any, before setting. Do not use planting stock if root ball is cracked or broken before or during planting operation. 3. Backfill around root ball in layer, tamping to Settle soil and eliminate voids and air pockets. When planting pit is approximately one -half filled, water thoroughly before placing remainder of backfill. Repeal watering until no more water is absorbed. 4. Place planting tablets in each planting pit when pit is approximately one -half filled; in amounts recommended in soil reports from soil- testing laboratory. Place tablets beside the root ball about 1 inch from root lips; do not place tablets in bottom of the hole. 5. Continue backfilling process. Water again after placing and tamping final layer of soil. D. Set balled and potted or wntatner-g nown stock plumb and in center of planting pit or trench with mot flare 1 inch above adjacent finish grades. 1. Use planting soil for backfill. 2. Carefully remov e root ball f rom container without damaging root ball or plant. 3. Backfill arou nit root ball in layers, tamping to settle soil and eliminate voids and air pockets. When planting pit is approximately one -halt filled water thoroughly before placing remainder of backfill. Repeat watering until no more water is absorbed. 4. Place planting tablets in each planting pit when pit is approximately one -half filled; in amounts recommended in soil reports from soil- testing laboratory. Place tablets beside the mat ball about 1 inch from root tips; do not place tablets in bottom of the hole. 5. Continue backfill' mg pro cess. Wa ter again after placing and tamping final layer of soil. E. Set fabric bag -grown stock plumb and in center of planting pit or trench with root flare 1 Inch above adjacent finish grades. 1. Use planting soil for backfill. 2. Carefully remove root ball from fabric bag without damaging root ball or plant. Do not use planting stock if root ball is cracked or broken before or during planting operation. 3. Backfill around root ball in layem, tamping to Settle soil and eliminate voids and air pockets. When planting pit is approximately one -half filled, water thoroughly before placing remainder of backfill. Repeal watering until no mom water is absorbed. 4. Place planting tablets in each planting pit when pit is approximately one -half filled; in amounts recommended in soil reports from soil- testing laboratory . Place tablets beside the root ball about 1 inch from root tips; do not Place tablets in bottom of the hole. 5. Continue backfilling process. Waiter again after placing and tamping final layer of soil. F. Set and support bare -root stock in center of planting pit or trench with root flare 1 inch above adjacent finish grade. 1. Use planting soil for backfill. 2. Spread roots without tangling or burning toward surface, and carefully work backfill around roots by hand. Puddle with water until backfill layers am completely saturated. Plumb before backfilling, and maintain plumb while working backfill around roots and placing layers above roots. Remove injured roots but cutting cleanly, do not break. 3. Place planting tablets in each planting pit when pit is approximately ons-half filled; in amounts recommended in soil reports from soil- testing laboratory. Place tablets beside soil - veered roots about 1 inch from root tips; do not place to blets in bottom of the hole or touching the mots. 4. Continue backfilling process. Water again after placing and tamping final layer of sell. G. Set bare -root cuttings minimum of 12 inches below finish grade. Tamp backfill so that cuttings remain in installed position. Ensure the cuttings are installed with growth end upward. H. When planting on slopes, set the plant so the mot flare on the uphill side is Flush with the surrounding soil on the slope; the edge of the root ball on the downhill side will be above the surroundin soil. A cover the downhill 9 PPY enough sae of the root ball. 9 I. Trunk Wrapping: Inspect true trunks for injury, improper pruning, and insect infestation; take corrective measures required beWm wrapping. Wrap trees of 2 inch caliper and larger with trunk -wrap tape. Start at base of trunk and spiral cover trunk to height of first branches. Overlap wrap, exposing half the width, and securely attach without causing girdling. 3.7 TREE, SHRUB, AND VINE PRUNINO A. Remove only dead, dying, or broken t )ranches. Do not prune for shape. S. Prune, thin, and shape trees, shrubs, and vines as directed by Landscape Architect. C. Prune thin and she and vines according e trees shrubs n [o standard professional P 9 prune retain and rat character. P radices. Unless otherwise indicated Iwtetlb Landscape Archilect do not cut tree leatlers remove oil injured, n tleatl branches from trees y 1 ed, tlying, o antl shrubs; and prune to retain natural character. D. Do not apply pruning palm to wountls. 3.8 TREE STABILIZATION A. Install trunk stabilization as follows unless otherwise indicated: 1. Upright Staking and Tying: Stake bees of 2- through 5 -inch caliper. Stake trees of less than 2 -inch caliper only as required to prevent wind tip out. Use a minimum of two stakes of length required to penetrate at thee below bottom of b Iees1181rm ackfilletl excavation end to 9 D extend at least 72 inches above mite. Set vertical stakes and 9 space to avoid penetrating ro P of bells or P 9 root masses. 2. Use two stakes for trees up to 12 feet high and 2 -1/2 inches or less in caliper; three stakes for trees less than 14 feel high and up to 4 inches in caliper. Space stakes equally around trees. 3. Support trees with bands of flexible ties at contact points with tree trunk. Allow enough slack to avoid rigid restraint of t res. 4. Support tines tie wire tonne with two strands of 1 connected to the brass grommets o PP f tree -tie webbing at contact points rats with tree trunk. Allow 9 P enough slack to avoid rigid restrain 9 1 of tree. B. Staking and Guying: Stake and guy trees mom than 14 Wet in height and more than 3 inches in caliper unless otherwise indicated. Securely attach no fewer than three guys to stakes 30 inches long, driven to grade. 1. Site - Fabricated Stakin - Method: Staking- Guying a. For trees mom 'n caliper, anchor m tan 8 inches e P guys to woad de admen true bused at least 36 inches below grade. Provide turnbuckle for each guy wire and tighten securely. b. Support trees with xible ties at contact in pp bands of fla points with tree trunk and reaching to turnbuckle. Allow enough slack to avoid rigid restraint of true. c. Support trees with strands of Gable or multiple strands of tie wine connected to the brass grommets of tree- tiewebbing at contact points with tree trunk and reaching to turnbuckle. Allow enough slack to avoid rigid restraint of tree. J. Install PVC p kl a over each guy 48 inches above fin' sh grade. e. Pail turnbuckles with luminescent cent white dint. 2. Proprietary Staking and Guying Device: Install slaking and guying system sized and positioned as recommended by manufacturer unless otherwise Indicated and according to manufacturers written instructions: 3.09 GROUND COVER AND PLANT PLANTING A. Set out and space ground cover and plants other than trees, shrubs, and vines as indicated in even rows with triangular spacing. B. Use 9 lantin it f P so or backfill. G Di holes la a enough t in of roots. o allows read 9 g 9 9 P D. For rooted cutting plants supplied in flats, plant each in a manner that will minimally disturb the root system but to a depth not less than two nodes, E. Work soil around roots to eliminate air Pockets and leave a slight saucer indentation around plants to hold water. F. Water thoroughly afte rplanting, taking) care not to cover plant crowns with wet soil. G. Protect plants from hot sun and wind; remove protection ff plants show evidence of recovery from transplanting shock. 3.10 PLANTING AREA MULCHING A. Mulch beckflled surfaces of teas end other auras indicated. planting a sated. D 9 1. Trees to inches Areas: Apply compost mulch ing of 2 -inch average thickness and bark mulch of 3 -inch average thickness, with 24-inch radius around trunks or stems. Do not place mulch within 3 inches of trunks or stems. 2. Compost Mulch in PI A 2 -inch average anon Areas. thickness of compost mulch P PPY u c over whole surface of planting r 9 P area, and finish 3 inches bet P 9 ow adjacent finish grades. Don t mulch within 3 inches of trunks or stems. 1 9 o place 3. Bark Mulch in Planting Areas: Apply 3 -inch average thickness of mineral mulch over whole surface of planting area and finish level with adjacent finish grades and below adjacent curbs and sidewalks, see typical soil profile cross section details on Drawings. Do not place mulch within 3 inches of trunks or stems. 3.11 PLANT MAINTENANCE A. Maintain plantings by pruning, cultivation, watering, weeding, fertilizing, mulching, restoring planting saucers and repairing tree - stabilization devices, resetting to proper grades or vertical position and N Operations as re performing other required to establish health viable P P P q be lantin s. Spray materials it 9 Y P required to keep Imes end shrubs free 9 P Y req bs of insects and tlisease. P B. Fill in as recess t ma occur a soil subsidence the because of settling or other necessary Y processes. Replace mulch mate' 9 P p nets damaged or lost to alas of subsidence. O Apply treatments as required to keep plant materials, planted areas, and soils free of pests and pathogens or disease. Use integrated past management practices whenever possible to minimize the use of pesticides and reduce hazards. Treatments include physical controls such as hosing off foliage, mechanical controls such as traps, and biological anneal agents. 3.12 CLEANUP AND PROTECTION A. During planting, keep adjacent paving and construction clean and work area in an orderly condition. B. Protect plants from damage due to landscape operations and operations of other contractors and trades. Maintain protection during installation and maintenance periods. Treat, repair, or replace damaged plantings. C. After installation and before Substantial Completion, remove nursery tags, nursery stakes, tie tape, labels, wire, burlap, and other debris from plant material, planting areas, and Project site. 3.13 DISPOSAL A. Remove surplus soil and waste materiel including excess subsoil, unsuitable soil, trash, and debris and legally dispose of them off Owners property. END OF SECTION 329300 Courier - -� Lurdscapc An hiteci).rc LLC. Martin Zol]ner/P,inapal maftyCazollnerin.com F'SI51 PL 1 B,11,:,',%,. 1..0oie�3i - mww.Zollnetia,nm q�na �j ' S STATE OF MAKIIN L. ZOLLNER CERDFlCATE NO. 177 REVISION I DATE J W a 0 O Z R a N Z 0 J �_ LU a ILL - 0 ML V E5 W - E5 IL W y 0'^ Z J I.- Z Z 0 Z W a J a a Z 0 O J UA O a 2 SHEET ID L104 SHEET 4 OF S m p a s a c N 2 2 � Z O F v W C > w m Z 2 Z U � O ' N Q w L) N D O V N J W a 0 O Z R a N Z 0 J �_ LU a ILL - 0 ML V E5 W - E5 IL W y 0'^ Z J I.- Z Z 0 Z W a J a a Z 0 O J UA O a 2 SHEET ID L104 SHEET 4 OF S SECTION 329200 - TURF AND GRASSES PART1- GENERAL 1.1 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Sodding. (contractor may select sodding at no addition cost to owner) 2. Turf renovation. 1.2 DEFINITIONS A. Duff Layer: The surface layer of native topsoil that is composed of mostly decayed leaves, twigs, and de' B. Finish Grade: Elevation of finished surface of planting soil. C. Manufactured Topsoil: Soil produced off -site by homogeneously blending mineral soils or sand with stab planting soil. D. Pests: Living organisms that occur where they are not desired or that cause damage to plants, animals, (snails and slugs), rodents (gophers, moles, and mice), unwanted plants (weeds), fungi, bacteria, and vin E. Planting Soil: Standardized topsoil; existing, native surface topsoil; existing, in -place surface soil; importr soil amendments and perhaps fertilizers to produce a soil mixture best for plant growth. F. Subgrade: Surface or elevation of subsoil remaining after excavation is complete, or top surface of a fill c G. Subsoil: All soil beneath the topsoil layer of the soil profile, and typified by the lack of organic matter and H. Surface Soil: Soil that is present at the top layer of the existing soil profile at the Project site. In undisturl disturbed areas such as urban environments, the surface soil can be subsoil. 1.3 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Submit to Landscape Architect if centrector proposes works projects, submit the following. 1. Herbicides: Include product label and manufacturer's application instructions specific to this Projec B. Certification of Grass Seed: From seed vendor for each grass -seed monostand or mixture stating the bol species and variety, and percentage of purity, germination, and weed seed. Include the year of productic 1. Certification of each seed mixture for turf grass sod. Include identification of source and name and C. Qualification Data: For qualified landscape Installer. D. Product Certificates: For soil amendments and fertilizers, from manufacturer. E. Material Test Reports: For standardized ASTM D 5268 topsoil, existing native surface topsoil, existing it F. Maintenance Instructions: Recommended procedures to be established by Owner for maintenance of tur expiration of required initial maintenance periods. 1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Installer Qualifications: A qualified landscape Installer whose work has resulted in successful turf and men 1. Professional Membership: Installer shall be a member in good standing of either the Professional L Landscape Association. 2. Experience: Five (5) years experience in turf installation in addition to requirements in Division 01 f 3. Installers Field Supervision: Require Installer to maintain an experienced full -time supervisor on Pr 4. Personnel Certifications: Installer's field supervisor shall have certification in one of the following ce a. Certified Landscape Technician - Exterior, with installation, maintenance, irrigation] specialty area b. Certified Turf grass Professional, designated CTP. c. Certified Turfgrass Professional of Cool Season Lawns, designated CTP -CSL. 5. Maintenance Proximity: Not more than two hours' normal travel time from Installer's place of businE B. Soil- Testing Laboratory Qualifications: An independent laboratory or university laboratory, recognized by and capability to conduct the testing indicated and that specializes in types of tests to be performed. C. Soil Analysis: For each unamended soil type, furnish soil analysis and a written report by a qualified soil -t gradation of sand, silt, and clay content; cation exchange capacity; sodium absorption ratio; deleterious m soil. 1. Testing methods and written recommendations shall comply with USDA's Handbook No. 60. 2. The soil - testing laboratory shall oversee soil sampling, with depth, location, and number of samples of three representative samples shall be taken from varied locations for each soil to be used or ame 3. Report suitability of tested soil for turf growth. a. Based on the test results, state recommendations for soil treatments and soil amendments to be it sq. ft. or volume per cu. yd. for nitrogen, phosphorus, and potash nutrients and soil amendments I, for healthy, viable plants. b. Report presence of problem salts, minerals, or heavy metals, including aluminum, arsenic, barium, vanadium. If such problem materials are present, provide additional recommendations for comecti D. Pre- installation Conference : Conduct conference at Project site. Notify owner and Landscape Architect a 1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING A. Seed and Other Packaged Materials: Deliver packaged materials in original, unopened containers showing, manufacturer, and indication of conformance with state and federal laws, as applicable. B. Sod: Harvest, deliver, store, and handle sod according to requirements in "Specifications for Turfgrass So Transplanting and Installation" in TPI's "Guideline Specifications to Turfgrass Sodding." Deliver sod in timr from breakage and drying. C. Bulk Materials: 1. Do not dump or store bulk materials near structures, utilities, walkways and pavements, or on existin 2. Provide erosion - control measures to prevent erosion or displacement of bulk materials, discharge of adjacent properties, water conveyance systems, or walkways. 3. Accompany each delivery of bulk fertilizers, lime, and soil amendments with appropriate certificates. 1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Planting Restrictions: Plant during one of the following periods. Coordinate planting periods with maintena of Substantial Completion. 1. Spring Planting: March - June. 2. Summer Planting: July - August. Deep watering of plants at time of planting is required at time of pie maintained prior to planting. 3. Fall Planting: September - November B. Weather Limitations: Proceed with planting only when existing and forecasted weather conditions permit p results may be obtained. Apply products during favorable weather conditions according to manufacturers i 1.7 MAINTENANCE SERVICE A. Initial Turf Maintenance Service: Provide full maintenance by skilled employees of landscape Installer. Me immediately after each area is planted and continue until acceptable turf is established but for not less than 1. Seeded Turf: 90 days from sate of Substantial Completion. a. When initial maintenance period has not elapsed before end of planting season, or if turf is not fully season. 2. Sodded Turf: 90 days from date of Substantial Completion. B. Initial Meadow Maintenance Service: Provide full maintenance by skilled employees of landscape Installer. immediately after each area is planted and continue until acceptable meadow is established, but for not les; C. Continuing Maintenance Proposal: From Installer to Owner, in the forth of a standard yearly (or other penoi maintenance service is concluded. State services, obligations, conditions, and terms for agreement period 3. organic soil amendments to produce topeoil or These include insects, mites, grabs„ mollusks or manufactured topsoil that is modified with rckfll before planting soil is placed. organisms. areas, the surface soil is typically topsoil, but in the drawings or specifications. For public and common name, percentage by weight of each sate of packaging. lone number of supplier. surface soil and imported or manufactured topsoil. meadows during a calendar year. Submit before establishment. are Network or the American Nursery and lion "Quality Requirements." ;t site when work is in progress. ones from the Professional Landcare Netwwork: designated CLT- Exterior. to Project site. State Department of Agriculture, with the experience laboratory stating percentages of organic matter; pH; and mineral and plant - nutrient content of the be taken per instructions from Architect. A minimum ad for planting purposes. orated. State recommendations in weight per 1000 added to produce satisfactory planting soil suitable chromium, cobalt, lead, lithium, and of seven (7) days prior to conferencb, certified analysis, name and addrest of Materials" and "Specifications for Turfgrass Sod `or planting within 24 hours of harvesting. Protect sod turf areas or plants. oil- bearing water runoff, and airborne dust reaching periods to provide required maintenance from date Irrigation system to be fully functional and to be performed when beneficial and optimum instructions. n as required in Part 3. Begin maintenance following periods: continue maintenance during next planting Aaintain as required in Part 3. Begin maintenance han 30 days from date of Substantial Completion. maintenance agreement, starting on date irtitial id for future renewal options. PART2- PRODUCTS 2.1 TURF GRASS SOD A. Turf Grass Sod: Certified, complying with "Specifications for Turf Grass Sod Materials" in TPI's "Guideline Specifications to Turf Grass Sodding." Furnish viable sod of uniform density, color, and texture, strongly rooted, and capable of vigorous growth and development when planted. B. Turf Grass Species: Sod of grass species as follows, with not less than 95 percent germination, not less than 85 percent pure seed, and not more than 0.5 percent weed seed: 1. As listed in the planting list. 2.2 INORGANIC SOIL AMENDMENTS A. Lime: ASTM C 602, agricultural liming material containing a minimum of 80 percent calcium carbonate equivalent and as follows: 1. Class: T, with a minimum of 99 percent passing through No. 8 sieve and a minimum of 75 percent passing through No. 60 sieve. 2. Class: O, with a minimum of 95 percent passing through No. 8 sieve and a minimum of 55 percent passing through No. 60 sieve. 3. Provide lime in forth of ground [dolomitic limestone. B. Sulfur: Granular, biodegradable, containing a minimum of 90 percent sulfur, and with a minimum of 99 percent passing through No. 6 sieve and a maximum of 10 percent passing through No. 40 sieve. C. Iron Sulfate: Granulated ferrous sulfate containing a minimum of 20 percent iron and 10 percent sulfur. D. Aluminum Sulfate: Commercial grade, unadulterated. E. Pedite: Horticultural pedite, soil amendment grade. F. Agricultural Gypsum: Minimum 90 percent calcium sulfate, finely ground with 90 percent passing through No. 50 sieve. G. Sand: Clean, washed, natural or manufactured, and free of toxic materials. H. Diatomaceous Earth: Calcined, 90 percent silica, with approximately 140 percent water absorption capacity by weight. I. Zeolites: Mineral dinoptilolite with at least 60 percent water absorption by weight. 2.3 ORGANIC SOIL AMENDMENTS A. Compost: Well - composted, stable, and weed -free organic matter, pH range of 5.5 to 8; moisture content 35 to 55 percent by weight; 100 percent passing through 1 -inch sieve; soluble salt content of 5 to 10 decisiemens/m; not exceeding 0.5 percent inert contaminants and free of substances toxic to plantings; and as follows: 1. Organic Matter Content: 50 to 70 percent of dry weight. 2. Feedstock: Agricultural, food, or industrial residuals; biosolids; yard trimmings; or source - separated or compostable mixed solid waste. B. Manure: Well-rotted, unleached, stable or cattle manure containing not more than 25 percent by volume of straw, sawdust, or other bedding materials; free of toxic substances, stones, sticks, soil, weed seed, and material harmful to plant growth. 2.4 FERTILIZERS A. Bonemeal: Commercial, mw or steamed, finely ground; a minimum of 1 percent nitrogen and 10 percent phosphoric acid. B. Superphosphate: Commercial, phosphate mixture, soluble; a minimum of 20 percent available phosphoric acid. C. Commercial Fertilizer: Commercial -grade complete fertilizer of neutral character, consisting of fast- and slow - release nitrogen, 50 percent derived from natural organic sources of urea formaldehyde, phosphorous, and potassium in the following composition: 1. Composition: 1 Ib /1000 sq. ft. of actual nitrogen, 4 percent phosphorous, and 2 percent potassium, by weight. 2. Composition: Nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium in amounts recommended in soil reports from a qualified soil - testing laboratory. D. Slow - Release Fertilizer: Granular or palliated fertilizer consisting of 50 percent water - insoluble nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in the following composition: 1. Composition: 20 percent nitrogen, 10 percent phosphorous, and 10 percent potassium, by weight. 2. Composition: Nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium in amounts recommended in soil reports from a qualified soil- testing laboratory. 2.5 TOPSOILS AND PLANTING SOILS A. Topsoil Requirements: Topsoil with pH range of 5.5 to 7, a minimum of 15 %- 30% organic material content (may include composted yard waste consisting of 100% recycled plant waste); 30 %- 60% sand content, 20 %- 40% silt content, and 5 %- 20% clay content; free of stones 1 inch or larger in any dimension and other extraneous materials harmful to plant growth. B. Topsoil Source: Existing, native surface topsoil formed under natural conditions with the duff layer retained during excavation process and stockpiled on -site. Verify suitability of native surface topsoil to produce viable planting soil. Clean soil of roots, plants, sod, stones, day lumps, and other extraneous materials harmful to plant growth. 1. Supplement with imported or manufactured topsoil from off -site sources when quantities are insufficient. Obtain topsoil displaced from naturally well - drained construction or mining sites where topsoil occurs at least 4 inches deep; do not obtain from agricultural land, bogs or marshes. 2. Mix imported topsoil or manufactured topsoil with soil amendments and fertilizers as needed to produce topsoil. C. Topsoil Source: Existing, in -place surface soil. Verify suitability of existing surface soil to produce viable planting soil. Remove stones, roots, plants, sod, clods, clay lumps, pockets of coarse sand, concrete slurry, concrete layers or chunks, cement, plaster, building debris, and other extraneous materials harmful to plant growth. Mix surface soil with soil amendments and fertilizers as needed to produce topsoil. 1. Surface soil may be supplemented with imported or manufactured topsoil from off -site sources. Obtain topsoil displaced from naturally well - drained construction or mining sites where topsoil occurs at least 4 inches deep; do not obtain from agricultural land, bogs or marshes. D. Topsoil Source: Imported topsoil or manufactured topsoil from off -site sources. Obtain topsoil displaced from naturally well - drained construction or mining sites where topsoil occurs at least 4 inches deep; do not obtain from agricultural land, bogs or marshes. 1. Additional Properties of Imported Topsoil or Manufactured Topsoil: Screened and free of stones 1 inch or larger in any dimension; free of roots, plants, sod, clods, clay lumps, pockets of coarse sand, paint, paint washout, concrete slurry, concrete layers or chunks, cement, plaster, building debris, oils, gasoline, diesel fuel, paint thinner, turpentine, tar, roofing compound, acid, and other extraneous materials harmful to plant growth; free of obnoxious weeds and invasive plants including quack grass, Johnson grass, poison ivy, nut sedge, nimblewill, Canada thistle, bindweed, bent grass, wild garlic, ground ivy, perennial sorrel, and brains grass; not infested with nematodes, grubs, other pests, pest eggs, or other undesirable organisms and disease - causing plant pathogens; friable and with sufficient structure to give good tilth and aeration. Continuous, air - filled, pore -space content on a volume /volume basis shall be at least 15 percent when moisture is present at field capacity. Soil shall have a field capacity of at least 15 percent on a dry weight basis. 2. Mix imported topsoil or manufactured topsoil with soil amendments and fertilizers as needed to produce topsoil. 2.6 MULCHES A. Compost Mulch: Well- composted, stable, and weed -free organic matter, pH mnge of 5.5 to 8; moisture content 35 to 55 percent by weight; 100 percent passing through 1 -inch sieve; soluble salt content of 2 to 5 decisiemens/m; not exceeding 0.5 percent inert contaminants and free of substances toxic to plantings; and as follows: 1. Organic Matter Content: 50 to 60 percent of dry weight. 2. Feedstock: Agricultural, food, or industrial residuals; biosolids; yard trimmings; or source- separated or compostable mixed solid waste. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION A. Examine areas to receive lawns and grasses for compliance with requirements and other conditions affecting performance. 1. Verify that no foreign or deleterious material or liquid such as paint, paint washout, concrete slurry, concrete layers or chunks, cement, plaster, oils, gasoline, diesel fuel, paint thinner, turpentine, tar, roofing compound, or acid has been deposited in soil within a planting area. 2. Do not mix or place soils and soil amendments in frozen, wet, or muddy conditions. 3. Suspend soil spreading, gmciing, and tilling operations during periods of excessive soil moisture until the moisture content reaches acceptable levels to attain the required results. 4. Uniformly moisten excessivelly dry soil that is not workable and which is too dusty. B. Proceed with installation only artier unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. C. If contamination by foreign or deleterious material or liquid is present in soil within a planting area, remove the soil and contamination as directed by Architect and replace with new planting soil. 3.2 PREPARATION A. Protect structures, utilities, sidewalks, pavements, and other facilities, trees, shrubs, and plantings from damage caused by planting operations. 1. Protect adjacent and adjoining areas from hydro seeding and hydro mulching overspmy. 2. Protect grade stakes set by others until directed to remove them. B. Install erosion-control o prevent erosion or on control measures displacement of soils and P p discharge of soil- bearing water runoff or airborne dust to adjacent properties and walkways. 3.3 PLANTING AREA WEED CONTROL A. All planting areas shall be prepared so that they are weed and debris free at the time of planting and until completion of the project. The planting areas shall include the entire ground surface, regardless of cover, all planting bed areas around plants, and those shown in the Plans. At no time during the life of the Contract shall the Contractor allow weeds and unwanted vegetation to reach seed stage. All applications of post- emergent herbicides shall be made while green and growing tissue is present. Slhould unwanted vegetation reach the seed stage, in violation of these Specifications, the Contractor shall physically remove and bag the seed heads. All physically removed vegetation and seed heads shall be disposed of off site at no cost to the Contracting Agency. 3.4 TURF AREA PREPARATION A. Limit turf subgrade preparation te, areas to be planted. B. Newly Graded Subgrades: Loosen subgrade, as shown in planting details, to a minimum depth of 6 inches. Remove stones larger than 1 inch in any dimension and sticks, roots, rubbish, and other extraneous matter and legally dispose of them off Owner's property. 1. Thoroughly blend planting soil off-site before spreading or spread topsoil, apply soil amendments and fertilizer on surface, and thoroughly blend planting soil. a. Delay mixing fertilizer with planting soil if planting will not proceed within a few days. b. Mix lime with dry soil before mixing fertilizer. 2. Spread planting soil mix to a depth, as shown in planting details, of 6 inches but not less than required to meet finish grades after light rolling and natural settlement. Do not spread if Iplanting soil if subgrade is frozen, muddy, or excessively wet. a. Spread approximately 112 the thickness of planting soil over loosened subgrade. Mix thoroughly into top 2 inches of subgrade. Spread remainder of planting soil. b. Reduce elevation of planting soil to allow for soil thickness of sod. C. Unchanged Subgrades: If turf is to be planted in areas unaltered or undisturbed by excavating, grading, or surface -soil stripping operations, prepare surface soil as follows: 1. Remove existing grass, vegetation, and turf. Do not mix into surface soil. 2. Loosen surface soil to a depth of at least 6 inches. Apply soil amendments and fertilizers according to planting soil mix proportions and mix thoroughly into top 6 inches of soil. Till soil to a homogeneous mixture of fine texture. 1. Remove stones larger than 1 inch in any dimension and sticks, mots, trash, and other extraneous matter. 2. Legally dispose of waste material, including grass, vegetation, and turf, off Owner's property. D. Finish Grading: Grade planting areas to a smooth, uniform surface plane with loose, uniformly fine texture. Grade to within plus or minus 112 inch of finish elevation. Roll and rake, remove ridges, and fill depressions to meet finish grades. Limit finish grading to areas that can be planted in the immediate future. E. Moisten prepared area before pla intin if soil is dry. Water thoroughly and allow surface to dry before planting. Do not create muddy soil. F. Before planting, obtain Architect's acceptance of finish grading; restore planting areas if eroded or otherwise disturbed after finish grading. 3.5 SODDING A. Lay sod within 24 hours of harvesting. Do not lay sod if dormant or if ground is frozen or muddy. B. Lay sod to form a solid mass with tightly fitted joints. Butt ends and sides of sod; do not stretch or overlap. Stagger sod strips or pads to offset joints in adjacent courses. Avoid damage to subgrade or sod during installation. Tamp and roll lightly to ensure contact with subgrade, eliminate air pockets, and form a smooth surface . Work sifted soil or fine sand into minor cracks between pieces of sod; remove excess to avoid smothering sod and adjacent grass. 1. Lay sod across angle of slopes exceeding 1:3. 2. Anchor sod on slopes exceeding 1:6 with wood pegs or steel staples spaced as recommended by sod manufacturer but not less than 2 anchors per sod strip to prevent slippage. C. Saturate sod with fine water spray within two hours of planting. During first week after planting, water daily or more frequently as necessary to maintain moist soil to a minimum depth of 1 -1/2 inches below sod. 3.6 TURF RENOVATION A. Renovate existing turf. B. Renovate existing turf damaged by Contractors operations, such as storage of materials or equipment and movement of vehicles. 1. Reestablish turf where settlerrlent or washouts occur or where minor regrading is required. 2. Install new topsoil as required C. Remove sod and vegetation from diseased or unsatisfactory turf areas; do not bury in soil. D. Remove topsoil containing foreign materials such as oil drippings, fuel spills, stones, gravel, and other construction materials resulting from Contractors operations, and replace with new topsoil. E. Mow, dethatch, core aerate, and rake existing turf. F. Remove weeds before seeding. Where weeds are extensive, apply selective herbicides as required. Do not use pre- emergence herbicides. G. Remove waste and foreign materials, including weeds, soil cores, grass, vegetation, and turf, and legally dispose of them off Owners property. H. Till stripped, bare, and compacted areas thoroughly to a soil depth of 6 inches. I. Apply soil amendments and initial fertilizers required for establishing new turf and mix thoroughly into top 4 inches of existing soil. Install new planting soil to fill low spots and meet finish grades. J. Apply seed and protect with straw mulch as required for new turf. K. Water newly planted areas and keep moist until new turf is established. 3.7 TURF MAINTENANCE A. Maintain and establish turf by watering, fertilizing, weeding, mowing, trimming, replanting, and performing other operations as required to establish healthy, viable turf. Roll, regrade, and replant bare or eroded areas and remulch to produce a uniformly smooth turf. Provide materials and installation the same as those used in the original installation. 1. Fill in as necessary soil subsidence that may occur because of settling or other processes. Replace materials and turf damaged or lost in areas of subsidence. 2. In areas where mulch has been disturbed by wind or maintenance operations, add new mulch and anchor as required to prevent displacement. 3. Apply treatments as required to keep turf and soil free of pests and pathogens or disease. Use integrated pest management practices whenever possible to minimize the use of pesticides, and reduce hazards. B. Watering: Install and maintain temporary piping, hoses, and turf- watering equipment to convey water from sources and to keep turf uniformly moist to a depth of 4 inches. 1. Schedule watering to prevent wilting, puddling, erosion, and displacement of seed or mulch. Lay out temporary watering system to avoid walking over muddy or newly planted areas. 2. Water turf with fine spray at a minimum rate of 1 inch per week unless rainfall precipitation is adequate. C. Mow turf as soon as top growth is tall enough to cut. Repeat mowing to maintain specified height without cutting more than 1/3 of grass height. Remove no more than 1/3 of grass -leaf growth in initial or subsequent mowings. Do not delay mowing until grass blades bend over and become matted. Do not mow when grass is wet. Schedule initial and subsequent mowings to maintain the following grass height: 1. Mow grass to a height of 1 to 2 inches. D. Turf Postfertilization: Apply fertilizer after initial mowing and when grass is dry. 1. Use fertilizer that will provitle actual nitrogen of at least 1 Ib /1000 sq. ft. to turf area. 3.8 SATISFACTORY TURF A. Turf installations shall meet the following criteria as determined by Landscape Architect: 1. Satisfactory Seeded Turf: At end of maintenance period, a healthy, uniform, close stand of grass has been established, free of weeds and surface irregularities, with coverage exceeding 90 percent over any 10 sq. ft. and bare spots not exceeding 5 by 5 inches. 2. Satisfactory Sodded Turf: At end of maintenance period, a healthy, well- rooted, even - colored, viable turf has been established, free of weeds, open joints, bare areas, and surface irregularities. B. Use specified materials to reestablish turf that does not comply with requirements and continue maintenance until turf is satisfactory. 3.9 CLEANUP AND PROTECTION A. Promptly remove soil and debris cheated by turf work from paved areas. Clean wheels of vehicles before leaving site to avoid tracking soil onto roads, walks, or other paved areas. S. Erect temporary fencing or barricades and warning signs as required to protect newly planted areas from traffic. Maintain fencing and barricades throughout initial maintenance period and remove after plantings are established. C. Remove nondegradable erosion - control measures after grass establishment period. END OF SECTION 329200 7ollnec Landscape Ashlrecrurc LIr;. Martin zolln�/Prinripal martyC+�zollmerla.mm ct *t5IS!. ill SE, Gallcvuc, IV,. 9S001 r nv-- s-..iss u ^waolh rr lrt .om „ u MAKNN L. 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RATE 0 15H 30 180 15 1.85 O 1.58 " /hr Q 15TQ 30 270 15 2.78 1.58 " /hr Ch 15SST 30 15x4 15 1.21 F C9 1.58 " /hr v 15V 30 Variable 15 .92 Q O 1.58 " /hr * Distances listed above are for nozzle perfomance only. Install heads at locations shown on ion Plan 1" =20' CONTROL VALVE SCHEDULE RAINBIRD VALVE # SIZE GPM TYPE LOCATION PRECIP. RATE A -1 XCZ- 100- PRB -COM 1" 16.32 SHRUB DRIVE -THRU ISLAND 0.9 gal /hr PLACE 1 EXT( DRIP CONTROL SHT L202) LINE LEGEND Class 200 PVC Main Line Class 200 PVC Lateral Line Landscape Dripline #" slv Sch 40 PVC Sleeve -XX Zone Label; Valve Number / GPM Pix XX Extg Controller, Aprrox. Location IRRIGATION NOTES: OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITIES: After completion of the construction, owner, developer, homeowner's association or their landscape maintenance service shall be responsible for maintaining the irrigation system by: Adjusting irrigation heads and system to prevent hazardous conditions resulting from overspray. Ensuring proper operation of the system. Ensuring proper winterization; in including draining of all pipes by compressed air, and spring start-up. Filling sunken areas caused by valve boxes and other components and utilities to prevent hazardous conditions INSTALLATION: The contractor shall install the irrigation system according to these plans, details, and the specifications. IRRIGATION SPECIFICATIONS AND DETAILS: See sheet L202 for irrigation details See sheet L204 for irrigation specifications. COORDINATION: Irrigation shall be coordinated with planting plan and site improvements and is generally designed with triple head to head coverage for lawns and minimum double head to head coverage for shrubs. Do not alter head, pipe, and valve locations without prior approval from the landscape architect or engineer except for minor rerouting around utility poles, transformers, and other utilities. CONTROLLER: Use existing controller located on the outside of the building. VALVES & ZONES: Install one new irrigation zones in the proposed areas. Replace one existing controller for the new zone with a drip control zone. EXISTING IRRIGATION: Re -use and protect existing water meter and back Now devices. Protect all existing irrigation in landscape areas that are to remain Any irrigation that is damaged is to be repaired and ensure that full coverage of the existing landscape is attained. L:uras:rf >� Martin Iollncr /Prinrpgl mart ,P,,,, tncrla.com -ar ril L T" II, c .' i Il , , [. t� �. carer xoltnerla.rsm - MW N L. Yollhr7t CFIit1F1CA1E NO. 377 REVISION I DATE J O o N p M W N z Y Y O d W O O _ O 3 N 5 N Z J W o O° Z O Z 2 Q W� W Z � LL O J a 0 QLU LU F C9 JZ 2 � Q 3 W Z" Q O O J W H Q SHEET ID L201 SHEET 6 OF 8 1 1/2" Commercial Control Zone Kit NO TO SCALE ruw rvvrvurvn�LT ai¢u EQUIVALENT SUPPORT SYSTEM IDENTICAL TO QUICK COUPLING VALVE INLET SIZE (30" MIN. LENGTH) 2. IF POLYETHYLENE IS USED FOR DISTRIBUTION MANIFOLD, SUBSTITUTE 3/4" FPT INSERT TEE FOR SCH 40 TEE. Flush Point Valve NOT TO SCALE LD- XX -XX; OR 1/2" POLYETHYLENE PIPE: RAIN BIRD XBS BLACK STRIPE TUBING NOTE: LATERAL AND EMITTER SPACING(DIST. X') DEPENDS ON SOIL TYPE. Drip Line Laterals NOT TO SCALE Head w/ flex to NOT TO SCALE Air Relief Valve in Kit NOT TO SCALE FITTINGS: RAIN BIRD 600 -CF -1 HIGH POINT IN LANDSCAPE SYSTEM) LD -XX -XX EASY FIT COMPRESSION FITTINGS NOTE: COUPLING: RAIN BIRD MDCFCOUP WHEN GLUING THE 1/2" 600 -CF -1 FLUSH CAP: RAIN BIRD MDCFCAP ADAPTER INTO THE PVE TEE, USE AN ABE TO PVE BONDING SOLVENT. Landscape Planter with Drip Line NOT TO SCALE NOTES: 1. ALL PVC IRRIGATION SLEEVES TO BE SCHEDULE 40 PVC PIPE. 2. ALL JOINTS TO BE SOLVENT WELDED AND WATERTIGHT. 3. MECHANICALLY TAMP TO 95% PROCTOR. NOT TO SCALE LD -XX -XX TUBING Landscape Drip Line Connections NOT TO SCALE NOT TO SCALE Dr1D Line on Grade Lcllner '� Lattdec pe Architcctmc t.l.C. M.fin Lollner /Prioir.Jra1 martyC!tzollncrl atom . '.:)YURJ.�OIIRBFIlf.CO]6 MA"N L. ZOLOM CEKFCA E NO. 377 REVISION I DATE SHEET ID L202 SHEET 7 OF 8 W 0 O° v a m ¢ Q o W z W J L m LL W Q U Lu z J" 2 Z Q Q N a Lu Z103 Q 0 OJ W H y Q z 3 v o N Q W Q D Q O U to N SHEET ID L202 SHEET 7 OF 8 W 0 O° Z I Z Q W W J L LL W Q U Lu z J" 2 Z Q a Lu Z103 Q 0 OJ W H y Q SHEET ID L202 SHEET 7 OF 8 SECTION 328400 - PLANTING IRRIGATION PART1- GENERAL 1.1 SUMMARY A, Section Includes: 1. Piping. 2. Encasement for piping. 1 Manual valves. 4. Pressure- reducing valves. 5. Automatic control valves. 6. Automatic drain valves. 7. Transition fittings. B. Dielectric fittings. 9. Miscellaneous piping specialties. 10. Sprinklers. 11. Quick couplers. 12. Drip irrigation specialties. 13. Controllers . 14. Boxes for automatic control valves. 1.2 DEFINITIONS A. Circuit Piping: Downstream from control valves to sprinklers, specialties, and drain valves. Piping is under preset B. Drain Piping: Downstream from circuit - piping drain valves. Piping is not under pressure. C. Main Piping: Downstream from point of connection to water distribution piping to, and including, control valves. F D. Low Voltage: As defined in NFPA 70 for cimuits and equipment operating at less than 50 V or for remote - control, 1.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS A. Irrigation zone control shall be automatic operation with controller and automatic control valves. B. Location of Sprinklers and Specialties: Design location is approximate. Make minor adjustments necessary to a, Maintain 100 percent irrigation coverage of areas as follows: triple head to head minimum coverage for lawn and to head minimum coverage for shrubs and groundcovers. C. Delegated Design: Design 100 percent coverage irrigation system, including comprehensive engineering analyst requirements and design criteria indicated. D. Minimum Working Pressures: The following are minimum pressure requirements for piping, valves, and specialtia 1. Irrigation Main Piping: 200psi. 2. Circuit Piping: 200psi. is under waterdistribution- system pressure. ing power - limited circuits. d plantings and obstructions such as signs and III standards, rub /groundcover areas where shown on Drawings; double head )y a qualified professional engineer, using perfomlance unless otherwise indicated: 1.4 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: Submit to Landscape Architect if contractor proposes deviations from the drawings and specificatie is or for public works projects. For each type of product indicated, Include pressure ratings, rated capacities, operating characteristics, electrical characteristics, and furnished speciE hies and accessories for the following: 1. Water regulators. 2. Water hammer arresters. 3. General duty valves (automatic control valves, manual drain valves, quick-coupling valves, ball valves, backl ow preventors). 4. Specialty Valves. 5. Control -valve boxes and boxes for other valves including backflow preventor. 6. Solvent cement and separate primer. 7. Sprinklers. 8. Irrigation specialties (other devices and equipment). 9. Controllers. Include wiring diagrams. 10. Control cables. Include splice kits conduit. B. Wiring Diagrams: For power, signal, and control wiring. C. Delegated- Design Submittal: For irrigation systems indicated to comply with performance requirements and desig i criteria, including analysis data signed and sealed by the qualified professional engineer responsible for their preparation. D. Coordination Drawings: Irrigation systems, drawn to scale, on which components are shown and coordinated wit each other, using input from Installers of the items involved. Also include adjustments necessary to avoid plantings and obstructions such as signs and light standards. E. Qualification Data: For qualified Installer meeting Installer Qualifications under Quality Assurance below. F. Zoning Chart: Show each irrigation zone and its control valve. G. Controller Timing Schedule: Indicate timing settings for each automatic controller zone. Photocopy control valve chedule from updated Drawings, laminate, and tape to inside of each controller. H. Field quality - control reports (such as backffow test report), I. Operation and Maintenance Data: For sprinklers, controllers, and automatic control valves to include in operation nd maintenance manuals. Submit to owner before substantial completion of the project, and for public works projects, submit to Landscape Architect for review and approval be ore substantial completion of the project. 1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Installer Qualifications: A qualified irrigation installer whose work has resulted in successful functioning irrigation ystems. An irrigation company with minimum 5 years local experience in installing medium to large scale irrigation systems, with sufficient crews to meet owner's completion schedule. B. Installers Field Supervision: Require Installer to maintain an experienced full -time supervisor at the Project Site A hen irrigation installation is in progress. C. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testi g agency, and marked for intended location and application. D. Contractor shall guarantee irrigation materials and workmanship for one year starting on the date of final accepts a for the irrigation system. 1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Deliver piping with factory- applied end caps. Maintain end caps through shipping, storage, and handling to preve t pipe -end damage and to prevent entrance of dirt, debris, and moisture. B. Store plastic piping protected from direct sunlight. Support to prevent sagging and bending. 1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Interruption of Existing Water Service: Do not interrupt water service to facilities occupied by Owner or others unl as permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary water service according to requirements indicated: 1. Not i fy General Contractor Construction Manager, and Owner no fewer than two days s in advance of proppos id interruption lion of water service. 2. Do not pr oceed with interruption of water service without General Contractor's, Construction Managers, anc Owners written permission. B. Utilities: Determine location of above grade and underground utilities. Call <Enter Utility Locate Center, for <Ent r County, State (Phone Numbi a minimum of 48 hours, but no more than 10 days, in advance of work. Perform work in a manner which will avoid damage. Repair all damage t the satisfaction of the utility owner at no cost to Owner. Hand excavate, as required. Maintain grade stakes until removal is mutually agreed upon by all parties concerned. 1.8 COORDINATION formwork requirements are specified in Division inserts into bases. Concrete reinforcement a d 3. A. Coordinate size and location of concrete bases. Cast anchor -bolt q Pe B. Coordinate sprinkler piping with work specified In Division 32 Specifications Section 329300 Exterior Plants and w th planting drawings. C. Coordinate sprinkler piping with utility work. PART2. PRODUCTS 2.1 PIPE BEDDING AND BACKFILL A. Native backfill may be used of if free of debris and /or rocks 2" or greater in size. Otherwise use clean over sand, I ee of rocks and debris. 2.2 PIPES, TUBES, AND FITTINGS A. Comply with requirements in the piping schedule for applications of pipe, tube, and fitting materials, and for joinini I methods for specifc services, service locations, and pipe saes. B. PVC Pipe: ASTM D 1785, PVC 1120 compound, Schedules 40 and 80. � 1. PVC Socket Fittings: ASTM D 2466, Schedules 40 and 80. o W 2. PVC Threaded Fittings: ASTM D 2464, Schedule 80. Z - 3. PVC Socket Unions: Construction similar to MSS SP -107, except both headpiece and tailpiece shall be PV with socket ends. C. 1 PVC 1120 compound, SDR 21 and SDR 26. PVC Pipe, Pressure Rated: ASTM D 224 , P- Po E Z 1. PVC Socket Filings: ASTM O 2467, Schedule 80. rll • 2. PVC Socket Unions: Construction similar to MSS SP -107, except both headpiece and tailpiece shall be P with socket or threaded ends. 2.3 PIPING JOINING MATERIALS A. Solvent Cements for Joining PVC Piping. ASTM D 2564. Include primer according to ASTM F 656. s otherwise indicated. B. Plastic, Pipe - Flange Gasket, Bolts, and Nuts: Type and material recommended by piping system manufacturer u es 2.4 ENCASEMENT FOR PIPING ard: A. Stand ASTMA674orAWWAC105. B. Form: Sheet or tube. C. Material: LLDPE film of 0.008 -inch minimum thickness or high - density, cross - laminated PE film of 0.004 -inch mini um thickness. 2.5 MANUALVALVES A. Brass Ball Valves: 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products meeting the following: 2. Description: MSS SP -110, two -piece forged brass body with full port, chrome - plated brass ball and brass s em; PTFE or TFE seats; S WP rating of 150 psig and CWP rating of 600 psig; and threaded end connections. B. Bronze Ball Valves. 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products meeting the following: PTFE r LIFE seats' SWP ratio of 150 si brass ball and bronz stem o and CWP ratio P -11 o- face forged bronze bed with full Port, chrome-plated � 9 P 2. Description: MSS S 0, lw p g y po 9 9 of 600 psig; and threaded end connections. C. Plastic Bail Valves: 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products meeting the following: 2. Description: MSS SP -122 union type, PVC body with full port ball, socket or threaded ends and a pressure ling no less than 150 psig. 2.6 AUTOMATIC CONTROL VALVES A. Plastic, Automatic Control Valves: 1. Basis -of- Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide [product indicated on Drawing ] as manufactured Rain Bird Corporation or approved equal. 2. Description: Molded- plastic body, normally closed, diaphragm type with manual -Flow adjustment, and pipe ted by 24-V ac solenoid 3. 2.7 TRANSITION FITTINGS A. General Requirements: Same size as, and with pressure rating at least equal to and with ends compatiblewith, piping to be joined. B. Transition Couplings: 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products of the following description: 2. Description: AW WA C219, metal sleeve -type coupling for underground pressure piping. C- Plastio-to-Metal Transition Fitfings: 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products ofthe following description: 2. Description: PVC one -piece fitting with manufacturer's Schedule 80 equivalent dimensions; one end with threaded brass insert, and one solvent- cement - socket [or threaded] end. D. Plastic -to -Metal Transition Unions: 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products of the following description: 2. Description: MSS SP -107, PVC four -part union. Include one brass [or stainlesssteel] threaded end, one solvent -cement -joint [or threaded] plastic end, rubber O -ring, and union nut. 2.8 MISCELLANEOUS PIPING SPECIALTIES A. Water Regulators: ABBE 1003, single sealed, direct operated, water pressure regulators, rated for 150 psig initial inlet working pressure, with size, Flow mile, and inlet and outlet pressures indicated. Include integral factory- installed or separate field installed Y -pattern strainer that is compatible with unilfor size and capacity. B. Water Hammer Arresters: ASSE 1010 or PDI WH 201, with bellows or piston -type pressurized cushioning chamber and in sizes complying with PDI WH 201, Sizes A to F. C. Pressure Gages: ASME 840.1. Include 4 -1/2 -inch diameter dial, dial range of two times system operating pressure, and bottom outlet. 2.9 SPRINKLERS A. General Requirements: Designed for uniform coverage over entire spmy area indicated at available water pressure. B. Plastic, Pop -up, Gear -Drive Rotary Sprinklers: 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by Rain Bird Corporation of the following description: 2. Description: ASS plastic body with plastic nozzle, stainless steel retraction spring, and comosion resistant internal parts. C. Plastic, Pop-up Spray Sprinklers: 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by Rain Bird Corporation of the following description: 2. Description: ASS plastic body with plastic nozzle, stainless steel retraction spring, and corrosion resistant internal parts. 2.10 QUICKCOUPLERS A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by Rain Bird Corporation of the following description: B. Description: Factory- fabricated, bronze or brass, two-piece assembly. Include coupler water -seal valve; removable upper body with spring - loaded or weighted, rubber - covered cap; hose swivel with ASME B1.20.7, 3/4- 11.5NH threads for garden hose on outlet; and operating key. 1. Locking -Top Option: Vandal - resistant locking feature. Include two matching keys. 2.11 DRIP IRRIGATION SPECIALTIES A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by Rain Bird Corporation of the following description: B. Manifold Emitter Systems. Manifold with tubing and shatters. 1. Manifold: With multiple outlets to deliver water to emitters. a. Body Material: Plastic. b. Outlet Caps: Plastic, for outlets without installed tubing. c. Operation: Automatic pressure compensating. 2. Tubing: PE or PVC; 118 -inch minimum ID. 3. Emitter: Device to deliver water at approximately 20 psig. a. Body Material: PE or vinyl, with flow control. C. Drip Tubes with Direct - Attached Emitters: 4. Tubing: Flexible PE or PVC with plugged end. 5. Emitters: Devices to deliver water at approximately 20 psig. a. Body Material: PE or vinyl, with Flow control. It. Mounting: Inserted into tubing at set intervals. 6. Capacities and Characteristics: a. Tubing Size: 1/4 ". b. Length: See plans. c. Emitter Spacing: 18 ". d. Emitter Flow: 0.9 grin. F. Off - Ground Supports: Plasticstakes. G. Application Pressure Regulators: Brass or plastic housing, NPS 3/4, with corrosion- resistant internal parts; capable of controlling outlet pressure to approximately 20 psig. H. Filter Units: Brass or plastic housing, with corrosion- resistant internal parts; of size and capacity required for devices downstream from unit. I. Air Relief Valves: Brass or plastic housing, with corrosion- resistant internal parts. J. Vacuum Relief Valves: Brass or plastic housing, with corrosion - resistant internal parts. 2.12 CONTROLLERS A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by Rain Bird Corporation of the following description: B. Description: 1. Controller Stations for Automatic Control Valves: Each station is variable from approximately 5 to 60 minutes. Include switch for manual or automatic operation of each station. 2. Control Transformer: 24 -V secondary, with primary fuse. t rate two or more times daily. 3. Timing Device: Adjustable, 24 -hour, 14 -day clock, with automatic operations to skip operation any day in timer period, to operate every other day, or o operate y a. Manual or Semiautomatic Operation: Allows this mode without disturbing preset automatic operation. b. Nickel - Cadmium Battery and Trickle Charger: Automatically powers timing device during power outages. c. Surge Protection: Metal- oxide-varistor type on each station and primary power. 4. Moisture Sensor: Adjustable from one to seven days, to shut off water flow during min. 5. Wiring: UL 493, Type OF multicenductor, with solid -copper conductors; insulated cable; suitable for direct burial. a. Feeder - Circuit Cables: No. 12 AWG minimum, between building and controllers. b. Low - Voltage, Branch- Circuit Cables: No. 14 AWG minimum, between controllers and automatic control valves; color -coded different from feeder - cimuit -cable jacket color; with jackets of different colors for multiple -cable installation in same trench. c. Splicing Materials: Manufacturer's packaged kit consisting of insulating, spring-type connect or or crimped joint and epoxy resin moisture seal; suitable for direct burial. 2.13 BOXES FOR AUTOMATIC CONTROL VALVES A. Plastic Boxes: with requirements, rovide products b Carson Industries of the followin description: 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance q p p Y 9 4. Description: Box and cover, with open bottom and openings for piping; designed far installing 112 inch above finish grade. a. Size. As required for valves and service. Ii. Shape: Round or Rectangular as needed. 9 c Sitlewall Material: PE, ABS, or FRP. d. Cover Material: PE, ABS, or FRP. a. Lid shall be T -type where the lid fits over the top Flange of the valve box to keep debris from falling inside valve box when opening lid. 1) Lettering: "IRRIGATION" B. Drainage Backfll: Cleaned gravel or crushed stone, graded from 3/4 inch minimum to 3 inches maximum. PARTS- EXECUTION 3.1 EARTHWORK A. Refer to civil engineering drawings for excavating, trenching, and backfilling. n r pavement and slabs. B. Install warning tape directly above pressure piping, 12 inches below gravel or grades, except 6 inches below to 3 inch u to pa e gravel or crashed stone with sheet d G Drain Pockets: Excavate to sizes indicated. Backfill with cleaned gravel or crashed stone, graded from 3/4 to 3 inches to 12 inches below grade. Cover asphalt - saturated felt and backfill remainder with excavated material. D. Provide minimum cover over top of underground piping according to the following: 1. Irrigation Main Piping: Minimum depth of 18 inches below finished grade. 2. Circuit Piping: 12 inches. 3. Drain Piping: 12 inches. 4. Sleeves: 12 inches below grade under walks and paths. 24 inches below subgrade under made. 3.2 PREPARATION A. Set flags to identity locations of proposed irrigation system. Verify that all heads shown on drawings are flagged. Obtain Landscape Architect's approval before excavation for public works Projects. 3.3 PIPING INSTALLATION A. Location and Arrangement: Drawings indicate location and arrangement of piping systems. Install piping as indicated unless deviations are approved on Coordination Drawings. B. Install piping at minimum uniform slope of 0.5 percent down toward drain valves. C. Install piping free of sags and bends. D. Install groups of pipes parallel to each other, spaced to permit valve servicing. E. Install fittings for changes in direction and branch connections. F. Install unions adjacent to valves and to foal connections to other components with NPS 2 or smeller pipe connection. G. Install flanges adjacent to valves and to final connections to other components with NPS 2 -1/2 or larger pipe connection. H. Install undergmund thermoplastic piping according to ASTM D 2774 and ASTM F 690. I. Install expansion loops in controkvalve boxes for plastic piping. J. Lay piping on solid subbase, uniformly sloped without humps or depressions. K. Install ductile -iron piping according O AW WA C600. L Install PVC piping in dry weather when temperature is above 40 degrees F. Allow joints to cure at least 24 hours at temperatures above 40 degrees F before testing. ov . M. Install water regulators with shutoff valve and strainer on inlet and pressure gage on outlet. Install shutoff valve on outlet. Install ab eg round or in control -valve boxes between connection to building main and circuit valves above round or in control -valve boxes. N. Water Hammer Arresters: Install betty 9 9 O. Install piping in sleeves under parking lots, roadways, and sidewalks. P. Vibratory plow pipe pulling is allowed up to maximum 1 10 pipe size for lateral pipe. Pipe pulling is not allowed for mainlines. Q. Install sleeves made of Schedule 40 PVC pipe and socket fittings, and solvent- cemented joints. R. Install transition fittings for plastic -to -metal pipe connections according to the following: 1. Underground Piping: a. NPS 1 -1/2 and Smaller Plastic -to -metal transition fittings. b. NPS 2 and Larger: AW WA transition couplings. 3.4 JOINT CONSTRUCTION A. Ream ends of pipes and tubes and remove burrs. Bevel plain ends of steel pipe, B. Remove scale, slag, din, and debris from inside and outside of pipe and fittings before assembly. C. Threaded Joints: Thread pipe with tapered pipe threads according to ASME B1.20.1. Cut threads full and clean using sharp dies. Ream threaded pipe ends to remove burrs and restore full ID. Join pipe fittings and valves as follows: 1. Apply appropriate tape or thread compound to external pipe threads unless dry seal threading is specified. 2. Tighten joints with wrench unless specifically not recommended by equipment manufacturer. Apply wrench to valve end into which pipe is being threaded. 3. Damaged Threads: Do not use pipe or pipe fittings with threads that are corroded or damaged. Do not use pipe sections that have cracked or open welds. D. Flanged Joints: Select appropriate gasket material, size, type, and thickness for service application. Install gasket concentricity positioned. Sequence bolt tightening to make initial contact of flanges and gaskets as flat and parallel as possible. Use suitable lubricants on bolt threads. E. PVC Piping Solvent- Cemented Joints: Clean and dry joining surfaces. Join pipe and fittings according to the following: 1. Comply with ASTM F 402 for safe- handling practice of cleaners, primers, and solvent cements. Apply separate primer (not combination 1 -step primer with solvent) to all pipes before applying cement. 2. PVC Pressure Piping: Join schedule number, ASTM D 1785, PVC pipe and PVC socket finings according to ASTM D 2672. Join other -than- schedule- number PVC pipe and socket fittings according O ASTM D 2855. 3. PVC Nonpressure Piping: Join according to ASTM D 2855. F. 3.5 TRENCH BOTTOMS & BACKFILI- A. Trench bottoms shall be relatively smooth and of sand or soil free from rocks, roots, and any other material which might damage the pipe. Trenches in rock or other material unsuitable for trench bottoms shall be excavated 4" below the required depth and shall be backfil led to the required depth with sand free from rocks or stones. B. Trench backfill shall not be started until all piping has been inspected, tested, and reviewed by contractor for himself (and for public works projects, for Landscape Architect), afterwhich backfilling shall be completed as soon as possible. All backfill material within 6 inches of the pipe shall consist of backfill material free of rocks, roots, and any other material which might damage the pipe; if backfill contains debris and /or rocks greater that 2" on size, sand must be used as stated in section 2.1. The remainder of backfill shall be compacted soil. 3.6 VALVE INSTALLATION A. Underground Curb Valves: Install in service box with top 1/2" above finish grade. B. Underground Iron Gate Valves, Resilient Seat: Comply with AW WA C600 and AW WA M44. Install in valve casing with top flush with grade. 1. Install valves and PVC pipe with restrained, gasketed joints. C. Aboveground Valves 8 Control Valves: Install in control -valve box with union on both sides and ball valve up stream. D. Pressure - Reducing Valves: Install in boxes for automatic control valves or aboveground between shutoff valves. Install full -size valved bypass. E. Throttling Valves: Install in underground piping in boxes for automatic control valves. F. Drain Valves' Install ball valve with ell pointed downward in control -valve box with top 112 inch above finish grade. G. Underground Quick Coupling Valves: Install in 10 inch round valve box with top 1/2 inch above finish grade where shown on Drawings. Also install at mainline high points for compressed air winterization. Record locations on project record drawings. Also install a valve at point of connection for compressed air winterization. H. Ball Valves: Install in valve box with top 112 inch above finish grade where shown on Drawings. Also install at mainline low points for use as manual drain valves forwinterization unless system will be winterized with compressed air. Record locations on project record drawings. 3.7 SPRINKLER INSTALLATION A. Install sprinklers after hydrostatic test is completed. B. Install sprinklers at manufacturer's recommended heights. C. Locate part - circle sprinklers to maintain a minimum distance of 4 inches from walls and 2 inches from other boundaries unless otherwise indicated. 3.8 DRIP IRRIGATION SPECIALTY INSTALLATION A. Install freestanding emitters on pipe riser to mounting height indicated. B. Install manifold emitter systems with tubing to emitters. Plug unused manifold outlets. Install emitters on off -ground supports at height indicated. C. Install multiple - outlet emitter system's with tubing to outlets. Plug unused emitter outlets. Install outlets on off -ground supports at height indicated. D. Install drip tubes with direct- attached emitters on ground. E. Install drip tubes with remotedischorge on ground with outlets on off-ground supports at height indicated. F. Install off -ground supports of length required for indicated mounted height of device. G. Install application pressure regulators and filler units in piping near device being protected, and aboveground in control -valve boxes. H. Install air relief valves and vacuum relief valves in piping, and aboveground in control -valve boxes. 3.9 AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION - CONTROL SYSTEM INSTALLATION A. Equipment Mounting: Install interior controllers on wall at approved location. 1. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates, diagrams, instructions, and directions furnished with Remain be embedded. 2. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported equipment. B. Equipment Mounting: Install exterior freestanding controllers on precast concrete bases or wall -mount controllers on exterior wall per manufacturer recommendations. Install at approved location. 1. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates, diagrams, instructions, and directions furnished with items to be embedded. 2. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported equipment. C. Install control cable in same trench as irrigation piping and at least 2 inches below or beside piping. Where not possible, mark locations on project record drawings and install detector tape 12 inches below finish grade. Install Wiring with loops at control valves, controllers, and at changes in direction to allow for expansion. Bundle wiring in same trench at 10 fool intervals. Place all splices with waterproof connections in specified valve boxes. Lacking 10 inch round valve boxes maybe used instead of 12 inch rectangular. Recom locations on the record dmwings. Provide conductors of size not smaller than recommended by controller manufacturer. Install cable in separate sleeve under paved areas. 3.10 CONNECTIONS A. Comply with requirements for piping specified in Division 22 Section "Facility Water Distribution Piping" for water supply from exterior water service piping, water meters, protective enclosures, and backfow preventors. Drawings indicate general arrangement of piping, filings, and specialties. B. Install piping adjacent to equipment, valves, and devices to allow service and maintenance. C. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction. Ground all electrical powered controllers, valves, and devices. D. Connect wiring between controllers and automatic control valves. E. Arrange and provide electric power connection to controller by a qualified licensed electrician, at irrigation contractor's expense. 3.11 IDENTIFICATION A. Identify system components. Comply with requirements for identification specifed in Division 22 Section "Identification for Plumbing Piping and Equipment" B. Equipment Nameplates and Signs: Install engraved plastio-laminate equipment nameplates and signs on each automatic controller. 1. Text: In addition to identifying rand, distinguish between multiple units, inform operator of operational requirements, indicate safety and emergency precautions, and warn of hazards and improper operations. C. Warning Tapes: Arrange for installation of continuous, underground, detectable warning tapes over underground piping during backfilling of trenches. 3.12 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Manufacturers Field Service: Engage a factory- authorized service representative to inspect, test, and adjust components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including connections. B. Perform tests and inspections. 1. Manufacturer's Field Service: E=ngage a factory- authorized service representative to inspect components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including connections, and to assist in testing. C. Tests and Inspections: 1. Leak Test: After installation and before backfilling the trenches, charge system and test for leaks. Piping may be tested in large sectors if allowed by the Landscape Architect. Repair leaks and retest until no leaks exist. Backfilling may not occur until the pressure test has been performed by the contractor and passed for himself, and for public works project, after test is re- performed and passes in the presence of the Landscape Architect. a. Cap and test mainline piping with minimum 100 psi static pressure (fully fill mainline with water and use a compressor to boost pressure to 100 psi). Open ball valves at control valves in order to lest all mainline fitting. Tests may be performed at quick-coupling valve locations. Provide a test gauge that has been certified for accuracy in the past 12 months. b. Open farthest lateral zone to purge air pockets within the mainline. c. Isolate and disconnect test source compressor and water supply. d. Allow to stand for one hour. A drop of 5 psi or more is considered as a leak, even if leaks ere not visually observed during the test. Repair leak and defect with new materials and retest system until satisfactory results are obtained. e. For public works projects, after contractor has successfully performed test, notify Landscape Architect 72 hours in advance for pressure test approval. f. Irrigation contractor may bit billed for Landscape Architect's additional time at the current billing rate to observe additional pressure tests due to leaks and failures of previous tests . operate controllers ar'tl automatic control valves to mnfrm proper system operation. 2. Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been aged and, p P P Y P 3. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls and equipment. D. Any irrigation product will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections. E. Prepare test and inspection reports. rts. P P 3.13 STARTUP SERVICE A. Complete installation and startup checks according to manufacturers written instructions. B. Verity that controllers are installed and connected according to the Contract Documents. C. Verify that electrical wiring installation complies with manufacturers submittal. 3.14 COMMISSIONING 'bed b manufacturer, roceed as follows: written procedures. If not procedures are resc0 manufacturers P Y P Procedures: Follow manU P P A. Staling 1. Verify that specialty valves and their accessories are installed and operate correctly. 2. Verity that specified tests of piping are complete. 3. Verity that sprinklers and devices are correct type. 4. Verify that damaged sprinklers and devices are replaced with new materials. 5. Verify that potable water supply connections have backflow preventors and have been successfully approved by a State licensed backflow fester, and that test reports have been forwarded to the local water purveyor. 6. Energize circuits to electrical equipment and devices. 7. Adjust o operating controls. P 9 8. Program the irrigation controller to provide proper ran time based on the precipitation rates shown in the control valve schedule on the Drawings. Place a laminated copy of the control valve schedule into the controller. the Drawings. Pro rams start times so that there ' n rates shown in tits control valve schedule on e 9. Program each Easy Rain control device to provide proper run time based on the to precipitation at ttim re e 9 is no overlap in operation of each zone. Only one valve shall be allowed to operate at a time. Tape a laminated copy of the control valve schedule to underside of each control valve box lid. 3.15 ADJUSTING A. Adjust settings of controllers. B. Adjust automatic control valves to provide flow rate at rated operating pressure required for each sprinkler circuit. C. Adjust sprinklers and devices, except those intended to be mounted aboveground, so they will be flush with or not more than 112 inch above, finish grade. n distance to minimize overs re on n zzles variable arcs rota head am limits and s re D. Check area coverage at each sprinkler. Relocate heads to provide specified coverage. Adjust spay o ry p Y P Y to non - planting areas. Replace clogged notes and heads. 3.16 CLEANING A. Flush dirt and debris from piping before installing sprinklers and other devices. 3.17 DEMONSTRATION A. Provide training to Owners maintenance personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain automatic control valves and controllers. 1. After contractor has verified that all equipment is operating correct' andsprinkler coverage a h as b een adjusted; demonstrate in presence o f owners maintenance personnel, and for public n Architect so that Landscape Archited ' cis iclion demonstrate in presence of the Landscape e works projects, in the presence of the Landscape Architect For projects in Clark County's jurisdiction, p P may certify the irrigation system is operational per Clark County Code. Review all maintenance information. 3.18 PIPING SCHEDULE A. Install components having pressure rating equal to or greater than system operating pressure. B. Piping in control -valve boxes and aboveground may be joined with flanges or unions instead ofjoints indicated. C. Underground irrigation main piping. NPS 4 and smaller, shall be one of the following: 1. Schedule 40, PVC pipe and socket fittings, and solvent- cemented joints. D. Underground irrigation main piping. NPS 5 and larger, shall be[ one of) the following: fittings; and solvent - cemented joints. 1. Schedule 80, PVC pipe and socket g 1 E. Circuit piping, NPS 2 and smaller, shall be one of the following: 1. Schedule 40, PVC pipe and socket fittings; and solvent - cemented joints. F. Circuit piping, NPS 2 -1/2 to NPS 4, shall be[ one of the following: 1. Schedule 40, PVC pipe and socket fittings; and solvent - cemented joints. G. Underground Branches and Offsets at Sprinklers and Devices: Schedule 80, PVC pipe; threaded PVC fittings; and threaded joints. 1. Option. Plastic swing -joint assemblies, with offsets for flexible joints, manufactured for this application. END OF SECTION 328400 2ollne• I.andszpc Arc'1'irccri:.rc LL(;. Martin zollncr /1"""yal martv(J)zollnerta.com tilr 4 i II,,, <. 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