Specifications include, but are not limited to: a) Dead limbs, etc., must be removed during regular service to maintain. b) PRUNING: Continual pruning shall be part of this contract and will be part of each regular service. All plants will be pruned as necessary to maintain appearance as designated. A well-manicured appearance must be maintained. c) BEDS MAINTENANCE: Weeding and replenishing all beds shall be part of this contract. All beds and areas with ground cover will be cleaned/refreshed monthly for a manicured appearance. Herbicides and “hand pulled” methods will be used for continuous weed control. Beds include but not limited to – parking lot islands, planted areas, dividing sections and manicured areas. d) Fertilizer will be applied to all grassy areas once per year during Piedmont Technical College’s Spring Break (date to be determined). Piedmont Technical College will provide the fertilizer. It is the contractor’s responsibility to determine the amount of fertilizer needed to complete the task. e) Winter Rye Seed sown once a year in September, using broadcast method. Piedmont Technical College will provide winter rye seed. It is the contractor’s responsibility to determine the amount of winter rye seed needed to complete the task. f) Leaf Control – The Contractor will be responsible for raking, vacuuming, and removal of all leaves that are in the Beds and or mulched areas. g) Boundary fences and ditches are to be maintained to be clear of vines, weeds, grass and underbrush. h) Graveled areas, sidewalks and paved parking will be sprayed monthly (Herbicide) for weed and grass control as needed.
