QCS 2014 Section 28: Landscaping Page 7

Part 01: Landscape Planting

1.1.5 Job Conditions

1 The Contractor shall proceed with and complete planting operations as rapidly as possible
as portions of the Site become available, working within seasonal limitations for each type of
landscape work required.

2 No planting shall be carried out during periods of heavy rain, sandstorms, heavy winds, or
during intense daytime heat. Plants and trees shall only be moved or planted between mid-
September and mid-May.

3 When special conditions warrant a variance to the planting time and conditions, a proposed
planting schedule shall be submitted to the Engineer for review and approval. In such cases,
the planting will be installed at no additional cost and all conditions and obligations such as
maintenance and warranty remain the same as specified herein.

4 Planting of trees and shrubs will occur prior to lawn plantings.

1.2 SHIPPING, DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

1.2.1 Shipping and Delivery

1 Prior to shipping all plants shall be inspected, dug, and made ready for transport in
accordance with standard practices and procedures. The Engineer shall inspect all plants at
the source prior to delivery to the Site. The Engineer shall be notified of the delivery
schedule in advance so the plant material can be inspected upon arrival at the Site. All
unacceptable plant material shall be removed from the Site immediately. The Engineer
reserves the right to reject any plant material that does not meet the quality requirements of
the Project Documentation.

2 The Contractor shall protect plants to prevent damage to the root balls, containers or
desiccation of leaves. All plant material shall be delivered in a closed vehicle or in open
vehicles with the load properly covered in transit for protection from drying winds.

3 Fertiliser, pesticides, fungicides, chemicals and seed shall be delivered to the Site in the
original unopened containers bearing the manufacturer’s guaranteed chemical analysis,
name, trade name, or trademark. In lieu of containers, fertiliser’s and seed may be furnished
in bulk and a certificate indicating the above information shall accompany each delivery. The
fertiliser shall be kept dry and protected from contamination.

4 Palms shall be transported by covered truck. Such transportation shall not exceed 24 hours
from time of loading until arrival at the site. The palms shall be transported and handled in
the following manner:
(a) When the palms are to be shipped, gently place the palm horizontal on a level surface
and tighten the wrapping and tying of frond. At least two layers of burlap must be
used.
(b) Wrap the root ball with a minimum of two layers burlap. Saturate with water and cover.
Periodically, the burlap must be watered. Do not allow the burlap to dry out at any
time.
(c) Do not damage the growth bud in any manner.
(d) Do not water the trunk of the palm.