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SECTION 6 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL DISTRICTS 6.1 Trees and Shrubs. The following nursery stock sizes shall be required at the time of planting. All measurements shall conform to the standards set forth in the current edition of the USA Standards for Nursery Stock. Larger plants may be used or specified at any time. Overstory Trees Ornamental Trees Evergreen Trees Large Shrubs Medium Shrubs Small Shrubs Evergreen Shrubs Upright Evergreen Shrubs 2-1/2 inches in diameter 1-112 inch in diameter 6 feet tall 36 inches tall 24 inches tall 12 inches tall 24 inches in diameter 36 inches tall Trunk diameter shall be measured six (6) inches above the ground level for four (4) inch or less. caliper trees and measured twelve (12) inches above the ground for four (4) inch caliper or larger trees. 6.2 Topsoil and Planting Soil. When topsoil or planting soil is required for landscaping, the soil shall have a pH range of 5.00 to 8.00, unless otherwise specified. All soil shall be free of sticks, stones and other debris. 6.3 Planting Schedule. All landscaping plans shall contain a planting schedule which identified all plants proposed to be installed, along with existing plants. Plants shall be identified by a planting schedule which includes: A. Quantity to be installed B. Common name C. BotanicaI name D. Plant size E. Root type (B & B, container, bare root) 6.4 Location of Plants. No plants; except flowers, ground cover or vines, shalt be placed within two (2) feet of any building, .driveway or parking area unless specifically noted and approved on the landscape plan. 6.5 Installation of Trees. The property owner shalt be responsible for keeping new trees in a plumb position. When staking or guying is required, it shall occur so as not to create any hazards or unsightly obstacles. All wires shall be encased in hose to prevent tree damage. 7