Specifications include, but are not limited to: A. Lawn Maintenance: Mowing, cutting, edging, blowing, trimming, pruning, soil sampling, fertilization, weed control, and pest control including for ants. Mowing shall be based on season and what is horticulturally correct for the turf variety to maintain grass at proper height for species to maintain health. Grass shall not be mowed excessively low and mowers must be maintained properly to not scalp the turf. B. Mowing: Prior to mowing, contractor must pick up and remove all trash, paper, glass, debris, cigarette butts, and other litter from all areas. A mulching mower must be used. The mower blades must be set at the recommended height for the type of turf. Mowed areas must be maintained at no more than a maximum height of 4”. The mower blades will be sharpened and remain sharpened throughout the contract period. The mowing equipment shall be cleaned of all seeds and grass clippings prior to mowing. The blades of grass must be cut evenly, leaving no ragged edges.