Specifications include, but are not limited to: MULCHING All beds and tree wells will be mulched with double shredded hardwood mulch and/or synthetic mulch to match existing beds, to include all courtyard areas. Mulch will be kept away from the base of the tree trunks and from the crown of the shrubs according to industry best practices. Mulch from the previous season will be turned, with up to two inches of new mulch added. Maintain at least three inches of organic material. Mulch will be evenly applied. Removal of excessive mulch build up in beds and tree pits will be performed by the contractor. WEED CONTROL Beds and tree wells will be weeded on a continuous basis to maintain a neat appearance. This will be performed using pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicides, as well as hand weeding, when required. A non-selective and or pre-emergent herbicide will be applied on a continuous basis to all sidewalks, curbs, and gravel areas to include parking areas, lawns, bedded areas, fence lines, asphalt and concrete pads, and other paved areas to prevent the growth of weeds.
