This document provides details of a final landscape design project for a 10x10 meter site located on a balcony between two buildings on the Taylor's University campus. The group analyzed the site conditions, including location, vegetation, sunlight, and accessibility. Their design concept was to create a peaceful Japanese-inspired garden called Heiwa Park, with various plantings and seating areas at different elevations to provide a relaxing space for students and staff. Master plans, planting plans, and construction details are included to propose the design and layout of the new green space.
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INTRODUCTION
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For Constructed Landscape’s final project assignment,we were required to form into a group of 6 which
eventually consists of Shiko, Anna, Sue Hwa, Rozanna, Kayla and Pei Kei. As a group, we needed to select
a 10 by 10 metres within campus and come up with a green space proposal to improve the landscape of the
particular space, in the form of presentation boards and also a binded report which includes concept plan,
master plan, planting plan, bill of quantities,construction detail as well as construction detail.
To start off the project, we then visited several potential spots around campus but finally settled down on an
empty balcony terrace space between Block C and Block D. The following are details of our green space
proposal of the particular site.
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SITE ANALYSIS
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A. Location Plan
The following is the location plan of our 10m*10m site which is located on a balcony terrace between Block
C and Block D of Taylor’s Univesity Lakeside Campus. The site is adjacent to the Tourism Centre and the
Legal Aid Centre and is accessible through a flight of stairs from Truffles Restaurant . The site is a16 by 10
metres slab of concrete balcony, complete with railing.
10m*10m site located
on a balcony terrace
between Block C and
Block D.
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B. Site Specifications
1. Original Condition of the Site:
The front section of the site overlooks the
commercial block as well as the lake. There are
several trees plantations that stood upon the site,
making the site slightly more shady while giving
the site its secluded feeling as the trees obstruct
the view from below.
The back section of the site contains two doors as
it is connected to Lecture Theater Hall 7 & 8. At
the side of the back section of the site also
includes several air conditioner ventilation
machines.
The right section of the site faces the Legal Aid
Centre. There are glass panels of the office
windows where the staff can look through from
inside the office.
The left section of the site faces the Tourism
Centre. There are glass panels of the office
windows where the staff can look through inside
the office.
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2. Circulation Patterns on Site:
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Lecture Hall 7 & 8
Tourism
Centre
LEGAL
AID
CENTRE
STAIRS
Human Circulation
Wind Circulation
Sun Circulation
The flight of stairs leading to our site.
The extended balcony is almost hidden
from view by a covering of tall
greenery, adding to its mystery.
HUMAN: People can access the site by stairs and walk
around the site and exit again by the stairs.
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WIND: The wind blows oppositely against the sun direction,
which is from the West direction to East.
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SUN: The sun shone from the East to the West against the
direction of the wind. With more sunlight directed at the
middle section and more shady at the back,front and corner
section.
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3. Shading on Site:
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The site is comparatively not as sunny and hot
as open spaces as there is a tensioned textile
coverage at the very top as shown in the
above picture. However, during noon hour,
approximately from 11am to 2pm, where the
sun strikes at the middle, the site gets really
sunny and hot as more sunlight gets through
the tensioned textile, causing the middle
section to be very sunny. The front section and
the back section is relatively more sunny due
to the trees plantation’ shading as well as the
ceiling coverage at the back section. Thus
more sun-tolerant plants and big shady plants
should be planted in the middle section to
provide shade, while more non-sun-tolerant
plants should be planted near the front,back
and corner as they could survive in a more
shady setting.
Middle section gets really sunny at noon,
The trees plantations help cast shade at the
front.
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CONCEPT: A PEaceful, Secluded pocket park
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After carrying out site analysis and observation, we came up with a concept that supported and
complemented the characteristics of our site. Being high above ground level and highly enclosed by a fringe
of trees, it is a protected haven of quiet seclusion. Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus could undoubtedly
maximize potential and empty spaces such as this to the student’s and staff’s benefit, providing a small spot
of simple pleasure to visitors.
Our idea progression originated from the idea of ‘zen’, the idea of calm and serenity. Inspired further from
the location of our site, which is wedged between two busy buildings, contributed to the idea of creating a
small space of comfort. Easily accessible by the public but not a public display, the site was perfect for the
concept we had in mind. A small pocket park with seating and walking spaces to unwind and relax was what
we were aiming for.
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The Japanese garden depicting the
balance between the graceful steps
of the built environment in the
natural one features the peaceful
ambience that we would like to
create. Lush greens paired with raw
simplicity create a soothing
atmosphere.
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Moving on from the pure Japanese sense of Zen, we considered circulation and walkways in our site. These
are vital in creating a balanced built and natural landscape, fit for people to stroll carefree, forgetting about
the chaos of life outside the site for a moment, to create their own world in our strip of greenery. We came
up with ideas and concepts to make our site mobile, with a good circulation flow. Usage of different types
and species of plants and hardscapes can also create different atmospheres and moods in the site, unified by
the core principle of Zen and serenity, but interpreted in a contemporary, urban setting such as an urban
pocket park.
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The Paley Pocket Park in New York
City is one of our inspirations as it
depicts simplicity yet manage to
convey a sense of peace and calm,
contradicting the hustle and bustle of
the city life around it. Below are
another few examples of our
inspirations.
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The final design of the proposed site is a simplistic pocket park with an elevated section at the back section
as shown in the image above. The reason why we elevate the back section was to create more layers in the
space. Thus, from the upper elevated section has a different view and texture from the lower section, so that
the visitors can have different experiences and perspective from the two different elevations. The lower layer
is a slight elevated timber deck while the upper layer is an elevated concrete deck. Also to create more
circulation in the space, we sectioned the space into several mini sections, so that it maximise the potential
of interaction and circulation. With several types of shrubs and trees surrounding each section, it gives each
space a private secluded feel yet not detaching them.
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Selecting a name for our site made us recall on its original meaning: safety,
quiet and ease. After some research, we all agreed on the name Heiwa, a soft-
sounding name that reminds one of still flowers and wet plants in the morning
dew. In Japanese, the word Heiwa means peace and calm created by our site.
Classic-sounding and suitable, Heiwa was our vote as the name of our small
park.
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HEIWA: The Peace Park. Our tagline and vision.
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The right selection and ratio of wood
and concrete, shrubs and bushes give
the area an understated touch of quiet
elegance and peace. This photo
indirectly became one of our leading
idea generators.
“ Chinese characters
depicting the meaning of
peace and calm”
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MASTERPLAN
Scale: 1:100
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Design Concept:
The 16 times 10 metre concrete site is divided subtly into three parts, namely the Jasmine Trail, the Wooden
Lounge and Fern Forest, and lastly the Tea-olive Pods. Each section is elevated above the other, forming a
slight hill upwards, creating a visually-pleasing organic shape.
Moreover, each section is named differently due to the difference in the type of plants and also its role to
play. The Jasmine Trail is a public benches, whereas the Wooden Lounge is a communal area for mingling
crowds. The Fern Forest provide a shady corner seat for a couple of visitors, while the Tea-olive Pods are
secluded, scented private seating areas.
All of these small green spots inspire Heiwa, inspires peace.
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PLANTING PLAN
Scale: 1:50
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COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME
1 Tea-olive Osmanthus fragrans
2 Jasmine Jasminum sambac
3 Thai Bamboo Thyrsostachy siamensis Gamble
4 Eugenia Eugenia uniflora
5 Australian Tree Fern Dicksonia antarctica Labill
6 Ghost Fern Athyrium niponicum var. pictum and
Athyrium filix-femina
7 Bird’s Nest Fern Aplenium nidus antiquum osaka
8 Golden Boston Nephrolepis exaltata aurea
9 Tropical Birch Betula neoalaskana
Planting List:
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Planting Concept:
In the tropical, humid climate of our country, a variety of lush flowering greens are both functional and
beautiful. From simplistic, native plants such as skinny birch to perfumed, flowering shrubs like jasmine and
tea-olive, the palette for plants are diverse but united with one common theme: to enhance the natural
element of this small pocket park. For example, the presence of ferns creates a cooling shade for visitors,
whilst shrubs in a variety of height and textures provide privacy and ornamentation for the garden. Thus,
Heiwa’s plants are selected for a justifiable reason from their individual aspect.
When dealing with hardscape, Heiwa’s selection consists of materials that acts as a complement for its
softscape and surroundings. Plain yet sturdy, concrete and gravel are used as the ‘foundation’ of the garden,
forming the walking path. Besides that, teak wood in a shade of dark brown highlights the natural wood of
the surroundings, while acting as a platform for visitors to sit, lounge and enjoy the view. The wood of the
furniture also reflects the message Heiwa radiates as a peace park.
All in all, the plant and material palette of Heiwa is a reflection of how humans should be one with all things
green.
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CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
Construction detail 1:
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Sheet Mulch Planting guide – 1 Gallon Planting guide – 4” plants
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At Heiwa, a wide variety of greens consisting of grass cover, shrubs and small trees create rather complex
planting construction details. Techniques such as tree staking were used to prevent wind rock and movement
of the roots. Movement can tear new roots, slowing down establishment, while sheet mulching is an
agricultural no-dig gardening technique that attempts to mimic natural forests' processes. When deployed
properly and in combination with other permacultural principles, it can generate healthy, productive, and
low maintenance ecosystems.
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Construction Detail 2:
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Planting guide – 5 Gallon and larger Tree Stake detail
Wooden Platform Section and
Axonometric Detail drawing
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Wood decks have the capability of providing low-cost recreational space. The use of pressure-treated and
durable lumber makes this outdoor structure as permanent and long-lasting as any indoor feature. Supporting
joints, posts and decking lumber must be properly grade-marked and identified as naturally durable or
pressure-preserved wood by quality control agencies approved by the building model codes. A few factors to
consider during construction is the design, engineering, decking, railings and finishes. Orientation for sun
exposure and the location of the platform is also an important aspect.
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Item Description Unit Qty Rate(RM) Amount(RM)
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HARDSCAPE WORKS
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Benches
To construct and complete 1.8m*0.45m RC benches
complete with pebbledash finished, on compacted
crusher run, including all necessary foundation,
finishes, excavation and backfill etc.
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Gravel Walkway with Brick Edge
-Brick edge
-Pebblewash slab
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Timber Deck
-To construct a timber platform deck using high-
quality Chengal wood
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Planter Box
-Within timber deck, each with a 0.9m2 surface
-At the back section containing Ficus Benjamina
with a 14.68m2 surface
-At the side section containing Thai Bamboo
-At the upper middle section containing Osmanthus
Fragans with total 15.1m2 surface
-At the lower middle section containing Eugenia
Oleina with total surface of18.6m2
-At the front section containing Gardenia
Jasminoides with total surface of 28.8m2
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Up-Light Spike Light
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Gravel Seating Platform
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Seating Furniture
-L-shaped sofas
-Individual seatings
-Tables
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MAINTENANCE WORK
Maintenance Operation and Schedule- All
maintenance shall be as per schedule stated in
‘Appendix A’ Maintenance Operation & Schedule.
To supply material, machinery, labour, transportation
and other necessary items to carry out the
maintenance of all completed work which includes
but not limited to the items stated below.
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Softscape work
Watering-Watering all plant materials and quantity of
water applied at all times shall be sufficient to
penetrate to a minimum depth of 150mm at a rate
which allows saturation of the soil.
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Weeding and Forking- Keep all planting areas free
from weeds and undesirable vegetation & loosen the
soil around the base by methods and materials
approved by the S.O.
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Pest and Disease Control-To treat plants found to be
infected by any disease or pest using the appropriate
method/materials approved by the S.O. and take all
necessary precaution/remedial action to contain the
spread of the infection to other plants (regular
monitoring, treatment & when necessary)
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Pruning and Shaping- The amount of pruning shall
be limited to the necessary to remove dead or injured
twigs and branches and or compensate for the loss of
roots as a result of translating and or to achieve the
desired form & shape of the plant. (Shrub - at least
once a month or as & when necessary. Trees - once
in 3 months to shape & balance canopy)
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Fertilizer Application- Application of commercial
inorganic fertiliser (Behn Mayer or approved
equivalent) of a complete formula 15:15:15 for
greens, 12:12:17+2 for flowering plants or otherwise
as specified by the S.O. at a rate recommended by
the manufacturer. Fertilizer shall be uniform in
composition, dry and free flowing. This to be rotated
with organic with organic compost applied once
every 3 months.
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Replacement of Plants - Dead/unhealthy/missing
plants are to be replaced with true to type and size or
as specified by the S.O. in the event of non-
availability of spec. The plant shall be replaced
immediately or latest within 1 month upon being
instructed. Any trees replaced during the last 2
months of DLP shall have the maintenance extended
by additional 3 months to ensure survival.
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Stalking - To inspect, replace, adjust all staking to
ensure proper and safe support for the tree ( at least
once a month or as necessary)
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Rubbish Removal - All waste/rubbish arising shall be
continuously and promptly removed daily and
disposed off site. All reasonable precaution should be
taken to avoid damage to existing structures, plants
and grass (daily).
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Hardscape Works
To include but not limited to:
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Clearing of rubbish from unit compounds
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Repaint/reapply all worn out/faded/peeling off plaint,
timber stain and other finishes
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Replacement of all light bulbs to the fitting
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Rectify any crack,leakage and other damaged etc.
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Cleaning & sediments removal
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Maintenance PLAN
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A. SOFTSCAPE WORK:
1. Thai Bamboo
• The bamboo patch will be fertilized with nitrogen fertilizer mainly manure and compost.
Most preferably cow manure.
• Bamboo patch will be watered 4 times per week
• To control the rhizome running and maintain long term health the root pruning will be done
annually
2. Jasmine shrub
• Jasmine shrub bed will be watered weekly
• Fertilize every 2-4 weeks during the growing season, around February until August. A water-
soluble fertilizer designed for houseplant will be used
• Major pruning will be done annually after flowering season to maintain the desired shape.
Minor pruning will be done accordingly to remove dead or damaged branches. Prune to a
maximum height of 60cm.
3. Tea Olive
• Tea Olive will be watered less frequently, around 2 to 3 times a week, than the other plants as
they are more droughts tolerant.
• Annual fertilizing will be done with a complete fertilizer before spring. Slow-release nitrogen
fertilizer to provide food throughout the growing season.
• Pruning will be done annually in early spring to keep desired shape. Pruning for any dead and
damaged branches will be done at the same time as well.
4. Ferns
• The fern patch will be watered 4 times a week.
• Fertilizing will be done during growing season, around 2 to 3 time a year.
• Humus will be added to provide rich nutrient soil.
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• No pruning needed for ferns
5. Tropical Birch
• The trees will be watered 3 to 4 times a week to keep the trees sufficient supply of moisture.
• Little pruning will be done as the trees will naturally grow into a desired pyramidal shape.
Pruning for dead or damaged branches and low hanging branches that interferes with
walkways.
6. Ficus Benjamnia
• The ficus hedge will be watered 3 to 4 times weekly to maintain proper moisture.
• Fertilizing will be done once a month during active growth with a slow release 10-10-10
fertilizer. Diluted to half the strength.
• Pruning will be done 4 times annually to maintain desired shape.
7. Artificial carpet grass
• Regular brushing and raking to clean the grass.
8. Eugenia Oleina
• The Eugenia patch will be watered 3 to 4 times weekly.
• Will be fertilized 3 times a year during spring, summer and fall with a quality granular
fertilizer. Cow manure will be added as well to provide sufficient nutrients.
• Pruning will be done to maintain the required shape for the hedge. Hard pruning will be done
after bloom cycle during spring.
9. Weed Control
• All planting areas will be kept clear of weed growth. Achieve by herbicide applications and
hand-weeding or hoeing.
• The methods used are ensured to cause minimum damage to planted plants. No mechanical
cutters and tools are allowed closer than 200mm to the stem of any plant. A grass and weed-
free area will be maintained at a minimum diameter of 1000mm at the base of each tree.
Operations near stems will be done using hand tools.
• Herbicide application: foliar acting translocated or contact herbicide will be used to emerging
weeds.
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10.Mulch
• Top mulch to minimum thickness of 50mm across planting for trees, hedges, shrubs and
bamboo patch.
• Spill mulch will be return to planted areas
• Type of mulch: organic woodchips.
11. Re-firming, check/tidy
• General: trees and shrubs will be maintained a firm position into the ground. All the stakes
and ties will be checked regularly.
• Inspections need to be done after strong winds and rain.
• Report significant failures
• Adjust stakes and ties to suit stem growth and correct uniform tension.
• Inspect for looseness, breaks, decays and faults will be replaced accordingly.
• Stakes will be removed once tree growths are sufficient for self-support. Fill holes with lightly
compacted soil.
12. Reinstatement
• Dead plants will be removed as soon as possible and replaced during the scheduled round of
plant replacement.
13. Litter
• Remove litter regularly, remove fly tipping within 7 days of discovery/report
14. Water testing
• Water testing will be done annually
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B. Hardscape work:
1. Gravel path
• Long term maintenance for gravel path is to use edge bricks or stones. Placing it in the trench
with a mallet to embed will keep it in place longer. This will also prevent the grass and weeds
from creeping onto path.
• Pull weeds out to prevent the weeds from taking hold; they will come out of the gravel very
easily. In the fall, leaves are easy to rake off. Using a blower is the easiest way to remove
smaller bits of tree debris (such as seed pods, acorns, walnut shells, etc).
2. Rocks
• Pull all weeds on the landscape rocks by gripping onto the stems and pulling by the roots.
Remove weeds by hand to avoid using weed killer, which can be toxic to garden plants and
can dull the brightness of your rocks. Pull the weeds along the perimeter of the landscaping
rocks as well.
• Weed the area consistently. Check for weeds once a week to prevent new ones from growing.
Pull weeds around the perimeter of the stoned area, or use a lawn mower to mow around it.
3. Slate Spot Light
• Only change bulb while needed.
• Lighting will be inspected as part of regular park survey and repairs will be reported to
respective contact and repaired immediately.
4. Timber Deck
• Apply a paste wax or naval jelly to the wood. Clean the surface entirely to remove any dirt,
grease or paint particles. Clean it using a mild solution of warm water and a little detergent
(can add a few tablespoons of bleach). Then rinse with fresh water. If it is already painted,
you should consider waterproofing it by stripping off the paint completely with sand paper.
Afterwards, apply a layer or exterior enamel prime or a good exterior latex primer. Apply one
to two layers of exterior paint.
5. Concrete
• Most concrete walls will crack at one time or another, due to the pressure that occurs as the
concrete changes temperature or dries. Most cracks are on the surface of the concrete and do
not indicate a structural problem. Cracks are usually small enough to simply fill with a special
concrete epoxy or other substance created for this purpose.
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• Gentle pressure washing without detergent is usually sufficient for cleaning or washing the
surfaces. Remove biological growth such as fungus and mound with hypochlorite solution
and then rinsing thoroughly. Avoid wire brushes that might scratch the surface of the concrete.
• A power washing once a year should be sufficient to keep your concrete walls looking their
best. When selecting maintenance paint for the concrete walls, apply the same type of paint as
used previously to the facade.
6. Tables/ Chairs/ Seats (Wicker & Rattan)
• Wicker becomes dry and thirsty, and it should be lightly misted with water approximately
twice a month while in use. Allow it to dry completely since it can sag if it is used when wet.
This is especially true for cane seating.
• Clean by using a mild detergent and washing with a garden hose. Use a dust cloth and gently
remove any dust from the furniture. It is usually protected with a lacquer finish and dirt is
easily removed. If there is a wicker weave in rattan furniture can use a vacuum with a soft
brush attachment to clean between the weave.
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Programming of Maintenance and Management Operations
-Monitoring
In order to keep the best conditions of the soft and hard landscapes on site, the long-term
maintenance contractor must maintain a proper regime to assure the long-term success of the plan.
To provide a basic performance specification this management plan is prepared to allow
maintenance contractor to present agreement to a detailed 3 year programme of task that will
include schedule dates for planting renovation and evaluation.
The following analytical annual schedule of maintenance visits is valid for first decade of the
establishment. This allows reasonable frequency of more common operations.
Landscape contractor is required to create a schedule of operation duties and frequency using
experience and horticultural knowledge.
The maintenance work will include frequency of visits and detailed operations as wells as dates for
•Maintenance of plants according to types of plants, watering schedule, fertilizing, and pruning.
•Planting review an renovation
•Monitoring and review
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