10.10 Plant Material Installation

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space plants according to thier mature size

A key step in assuring successful planting is to select plants of the highest quality.  Plant material should be of the size, genus, species, and variety to comply with the recommendations and requirements of the "American Standard for Nursery Stock" ANSI Z60.1. 
 
As part of the design process and prior to plant installation, review the installation's Master Plan’s, Basic Information Maps or As Built Drawings for utility locations and verify with the Directorate of Public Works or equivalent.

The planting and establishment of trees, shrubs, groundcovers, and vines is detailed in TM 5-803-13, Chapter 3.  Information is also in the DECAM Agronomy Design Guidelines in Appendix B.
   
General guidelines for plant installation:

  • At planting time, thin plants by removing one-third of the vegetative material.

  • Spray all evergreens with an anti-desiccant within 24 hours of planting.

  • Water all plants thoroughly during the first 24-hour period after planting.

  • Site all plants and stakes plumb.

  • Space plants according to their mature size.

  • Install plant materials in groups for greater impact.  Fort Carson prefers that plants are placed in clusters rather than single isolated plantings.  Within the clusters the plants selected need to provide diversity in height, texture, color, and species.

  • Ensure proper installation of lawn areas.

  • Installation techniques for turf are detailed in TM 5-803-13, Chapter 4.  The details include site evaluation, site preparation, selection of turf, and maintenance requirements.

  • Soil is to be amended adequately for the plant material being utilized.

  • All plant materials will be inspected and approved by DPW prior to installation.

  
 

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