SARA RFI - Ecological Assessment Report

SETTLERS COVE NOOSA
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9. PLANTING OUT PROCEDURES AND HORTICULTURAL REQUIREMENTS

Horticultural industry best practice shall be employed throughout all stages of
landscaping and detailed landscaping specifications are to be provided at the
operational works phase of application.

To ensure greater success in establishment and long term sustainability of proposed
landscapes correct planting procedures are essential. Noosa’s Landscaping Guidelines
provide guidance for the construction of planting areas and installation of plants. On site
landscape works in the High Density Residential Building Envelopes and Road Reserve
- Landscaped areas shall generally comply with their planting recommendations but
should also incorporate site specific guidelines provided from local Landcare and or
Catchment Care Groups.

The selected planting size will vary depending upon the desired location, specific
environmental conditions, function within the landscape, and availability of plant species.
Noosa’s landscaping guidelines suggest as a general guide the following minimum pot
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Form of Plant Minimum Pot Size
Street and feature trees 45 — 100 litre
Trees generally 15 - 25 litre

Tall, stow growing or feature shrubs 200mm

Shrubs generally 150mm

Ground covers, climbers and tufted Tubestock -140mm
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Note: Compliant with conditions of approval (High Density Residential Building
Envelopes) more advanced (25litre — 45litre stock) are required in buffer areas
between buildings and the lots front boundary to the Road Reserve.

In some applications, especially with deep rooting native species, it is better to use
tubestock for ensuring long term success. These selections as with all others will require
approval from Counciis Manager Land Use or nominated officer.

 

LandGraphics Maroochydore 04.05.2005
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