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(Note: 6 inches for all annual beds) below finished soil elevation, backfilling with a minimum 3 inches of planting soil mix, and then tilling with all required amendments to a depth of not less than 12 inches. (Note: 6 inches for all annual beds. All areas to be amended in such a manner shall be highlighted on contractor's record drawings. (3) Bring all beds and pits to smooth, even surface conforming to established grades after full settlement has occurred. NOTE: Amending of and quantities of planting soil mixes as outlined above contingent with existing soil conditions. B. Planting Beds: 1. Planting beds to a depth of 12 inch topsoil mixture. 2. Bring beds to smooth, even surface conforming to established grades after full settlement has occurred. 3. Use specified planting soil to form watering berms around the plants. C. Test fill all tree pits with water before planting to assure proper drainage percolation is available. Pits which are not adequately draining shall be excavated to a depth sufficient for drainage and backfilling with gravel or crushed rock. No allowances will be made for lost plants due to improper drainage. Landscape Contractor shall replace with same species size and specification at no cost to Owner. 3.04 PLANTING A. General 1. Center plant in pit or trench. 2. Face for best effect, or as directed by Landscape Architect. 3. Set plant plumb and hold rigidly in position until soil has been tamped firmly around planting ball. 4. Use only planting soil backfill as specified hereinbefore. 5. Place sufficient planting soil under plant to bring top of planting ball to finish grade. 6. Backfill pit or trench with planting soil in 9 in. layers and water each layer thoroughly to settle soil and work soil completely around roots and planting ball. 07/06 02490 -9 05 -5564