1. All of the longleaf pine tubelings must be 1-0 tubeling stock as specified below, with a minimum plug length of six inches (6”) and must be plantable using a standard dibble planting bar or equivalent planting device. 2. The District’s required longleaf pine tubelings will typically be planted on xeric sandhill upland habitat consisting primarily of Lakeland soil. Seed collected and used to produce the District’s required longleaf pine tubelings must come from similar habitat and/or soils. Use of any other seed source must be approved by the District. The bidder shall inform the District of its seed source before sowing. 3. On average, at least 50 percent (50%) or more of the extracted tubelings must have a root collar diameter of at least one-half inch. 4. Longleaf pine tubelings must be adequately watered at least one day (24 hours) prior to extraction and boxing for shipment. 5. All longleaf pine tubelings must be free from insect pests, fungus and disease. 6. All longleaf pine tubelings (plugs) must be free from weeds and any other plants. 7. All longleaf pine tubelings must meet or exceed Florida specifications for plant material as required by state law. 8. Minimum District longleaf pine tubeling quantities and specifications are listed below.
