Common use of Mulching Clause in Contracts

Mulching. The Contractor shall provide the materials and labor to replenish mulching materials consistent with those now existing in and around plants, trees and shrub beds at all areas covered by this Agreement. Delivery of mulch shall be coordinated so that it is not dumped on natural or turf areas. Mulch should be maintained to a depth of approximately 2-4 inches. Replacement mulch may be added to existing materials so long as the total mulch layer does not exceed approximately 4 inches. Where there are drainage problems or wetter soil conditions, a thinner layer of mulch shall be used. Mulch shall be pulled away from the base of trees and shrubs to expose the stem and root- flare and not contribute to plant damage. Mulch shall be placed so that smaller plants, perennials, and groundcovers are not completely covered by mulch. This replenishment shall be accomplished twice per year, once in February and once in October while this Agreement is in effect. Mulching shall be done in a manner consistent with the standards found in the Town’s Design and Development Manual. Acceptable Mulch Types and Descriptions: • Hardwood Mulch – Triple shredded hardwood mulch. • Long-Leaf Pine Straw Mulch – Clean and free of twigs, branches, pine cones, and inert material. Use should be limited to areas planted with acid-loving plants.

Mulching. The Contractor shall provide the materials and labor to replenish mulching materials consistent with those now existing in and around plants, trees and shrub beds at all areas covered by this Agreement. Delivery of mulch shall be coordinated so that it is not dumped on natural or turf areas. Mulch should be maintained to a depth of approximately 2-4 inches. Replacement mulch may be added to existing materials so long as the total mulch layer does not exceed approximately 4 inches. Where there are drainage problems or wetter soil conditions, a thinner layer of mulch shall be used. Mulch shall be pulled away from the base of trees and shrubs to expose the stem and root- flare and not contribute to plant damage. Mulch shall be placed so that smaller plants, perennials, and groundcovers are not completely covered by mulch. This replenishment shall be accomplished twice per year, once in February and once in October while this Agreement is in effect. Mulching shall be done in a manner consistent with the standards found in the Town’s Design and Development Manual. Acceptable Mulch Types and Descriptions: •  Hardwood Mulch – Triple shredded hardwood mulch. •  Long-Leaf Pine Straw Mulch – Clean and free of twigs, branches, pine cones, and inert material. Use should be limited to areas planted with acid-loving plants.

Mulching. The Contractor shall provide the materials and labor to replenish mulching materials consistent with those now existing in and around plants, trees and shrub beds at all areas covered by this Agreement. Delivery of mulch shall be coordinated so that it is not dumped on natural or turf areas. Mulch should be maintained to a depth of approximately 2-4 inches. Replacement mulch may be added to existing materials so long as the total mulch layer does not exceed approximately 4 inches. Where there are drainage problems or wetter soil conditions, a thinner layer of mulch shall be used. Mulch shall be pulled away from the base of trees and shrubs to expose the stem and root- root-flare and not contribute to plant damage. Mulch shall be placed so that smaller plants, perennials, and groundcovers are not completely covered by mulch. This replenishment shall be accomplished twice per year, once in February and once in October while this Agreement is in effect. Mulching shall be done in a manner consistent with the standards found in the Town’s Design and Development Manual. Acceptable Mulch Types and Descriptions: • Hardwood Mulch – Triple shredded hardwood mulch. • Long-Leaf Pine Straw Mulch – Clean and free of twigs, branches, pine cones, and inert material. Use should be limited to areas planted with acid-loving plants.

Mulching. The Contractor shall provide the materials and labor to replenish mulching materials consistent with those now existing in and around plants, trees and shrub beds at all areas covered by this Agreement. Delivery of mulch shall be coordinated so that it is not dumped on natural or turf areas. Mulch should be maintained to a depth of approximately 2-4 inches. Replacement mulch may be added to existing materials so long as the total mulch layer does not exceed approximately 4 inches. Where there are drainage problems or wetter soil conditions, a thinner layer of mulch shall be used. Mulch shall be pulled away from the base of trees and shrubs to expose the stem and root- root-flare and not contribute to plant damage. Mulch shall be placed so that smaller plants, perennials, and groundcovers are not completely covered by mulch. This replenishment shall be accomplished twice once per year, once in February and once in October February, while this Agreement is in effect. Mulching shall be done in a manner consistent with the standards found in the Town’s Design and Development Manual. Acceptable Mulch Types and Descriptions: • Hardwood Mulch – Triple shredded hardwood mulch. • Long-Leaf Pine Straw Mulch – Clean and free of twigs, branches, pine cones, and inert material. Use should be limited to areas planted with acid-loving plants.