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Prepared for:

IKO Property Management

Prepared by:

Josh Nadler, Arborist Representative

Bartlett Tree Experts Gaithersburg Office

1 Metropolitan Court Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878

www.bartlett.com

© 2020 The F. A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company

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IKO Property Management | Fountain Hills HOA Tree & Shrub Care Plan October 2020

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IKO PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, FOUNTAIN HILLS HOA TREE AND SHRUB CARE PLAN

October 29th 2020

IKO Property Management | Fountain Hills HOA, Germantown, MD

Dear Delphine,

Thank you for allowing Bartlett Tree Experts the opportunity to provide you with the attached Tree and Shrub Care Plan. This plan is being provided to assist you in managing your plant health care needs in order to maintain a beautiful, vibrant and sustainable landscape on your property.

The first step in preparing this plan was for a qualified arborist to visit your property and conduct an inspection from the ground. The purpose of this inspection was to gain an understanding of the tree and shrub species on the property, the insect and disease populations, the cultural and environmental conditions, and any other factors that help us assess your trees and shrubs and provide professional recommendations for you to maintain a sound, healthy landscape. While this inspection is not a tree inventory, tree risk assessment or safety inspection, the arborist does identify any obvious safety concerns that are apparent at the time of the inspection so that you may better understand and address the risks associated with your trees and shrubs.

For your convenience, the plan is separated into three categories; immediate needs, intermediate recommendations, and future recommendations. Immediate needs (Phase 1) are tree and shrub issues that we feel require immediate attention. Often, these needs will consist of the pruning of dead limbs that overhang walkways, driveways, structures, or lawn areas, dead trees near structures, or some other need that if left unattended could create a dangerous or costly situation. Intermediate recommendations (Phase 2) are made for tree and shrub maintenance needs such as routine pruning, lightning protection systems, and cabling and bracing system requirements. Future recommendations (Phase 3) are often made for anticipated tree and shrub growth or to promote proper plant structure.

Specific soil or plant health care recommendations are made when issues are observed that could affect tree condition or growth. Finally, additional property considerations are included, that in combination with all the recommendations can help maintain a sustainable, beautiful landscape.

After you review this plan, please feel free to contact me to discuss any thoughts, questions, or concerns. Once we have been able to discuss the findings, a separate proposal can be provided for any recommended work that you would like to see implemented. Thank you again for this opportunity.

Best regards,

Josh Nadler

Bartlett Tree Experts

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IKO Property Management | Fountain Hills HOA, Germantown, MD

Fountain Hills HOA, Germantown, MD

PLAN CONTENTS

The recommendations and additional property considerations, are summarized in the following sections.

For your convenience, a map has been provided to show the location of these trees and shrubs along with a corresponding identification number. Please note that this plan may not include all trees and shrubs on the property.

As tree or shrub condition is a key factor in the inspection, we have provided definitions for the condition classes that may be assigned to each plan or group of plants.

• GoodThe tree or shrub health and structural condition are acceptable. The tree or shrub mayhave minor issues that can easily be corrected or mitigated.

• FairThe tree or shrub may have structural issues that could be negatively impacting it at thistime and left unattended could cause tree or shrub decline. Parts of the tree canopy orshrub may be displaying undesirable foliage color, inappropriate foliage size, and/orinadequate new growth that could be caused by pest, disease, or soil related issues. Treesor shrubs in fair condition should be considered candidates for mitigation options toimprove health and structural condition.

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• PoorThe tree or shrub may have issues that are significantly impacting structural integrity andhealth and/or are severe enough that there may not be any mitigation that can beperformed to alleviate the issues. Parts of the tree canopy or shrub may be displayingsignificant branch dieback or have severe health issues due to damaging pests ordiseases. There may be limited mitigation options to improve health and structuralcondition for trees or shrubs in poor condition.

• DeadThe tree or shrub no longer has living tissue to sustain growth. Alternatively, the currentdecline is so severe the tree or shrub looks visually dead although there may be someliving tissue left; however, there are no mitigation options that would be able to improvehealth and condition to an acceptable level.

As you are reviewing this plan we welcome you to access additional information online at our website at https://www.bartlett.com/resourcelist.cfm, and see the many advantages and resources available to Bartlett clients through our resource library. You will also be able to find specific information on the types of recommendations made for your trees and shrubs.

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https://www.bartlett.com/resourcelist.cfm



TREE AND SHRUB MAP

Click here to view an interactive version of this map on ArborScope™ - Bartlett's web-based tree management software.

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IMMEDIATE NEEDS (PHASE 1)

Often, these needs will consist of the pruning of dead limbs that overhang walkways, driveways, structures, or lawn areas, dead trees near structures, or some other need that if left unattended could create a dangerous or costly situation. The immediate needs for your property are described in the following table:

Tree ID

Common Name DBH Height

Class Age

Class Condition

Class

Tree &

Shrub Work Phase

Recommendations

901 Honeylocust-Thornless Common

16 Medium Semi-mature Good 1

• Prune: Reduce density

• Prune: Reduce sizeof crown

• Prune: Clearance































908 Cherry-Flowering 15 Medium Semi-

mature Fair 1 • Remove

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Tree ID


Class Age

Class Condition

Class

Tree &

Shrub Work Phase

Recommendations


mature Poor 1 • Remove

910 Birch-European White

8 Medium Semi-mature Dead 1 • Remove

911 Birch-European White

7,6,4 Medium Semi-mature Dead 1 • Remove

912 Maple-Norway 10 Medium Semi-

mature Dead 1 • Remove

913 Maple-Sugar 10 Medium Semi-mature Dead 1 • Remove






915 Maple-Sugar (4) 16 Medium Semi-

mature Good 1

• Prune: Reduce riskof branch stemand/or root failure

• Prune: Reducedensity



917 Maple-Red 9 Medium Semi-mature Fair 1 • Remove

918 Maple-Red (3) 12 Large Semi-

mature Good 1



919 Maple-Red 13 Large Semi-mature Fair 1 • Remove

920 Maple-Red (4) 15 Large Semi-

mature Good 1




922 Maple-Red 16 Large Semi-mature Good 1




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Tree ID


Class Age

Class Condition

Class

Tree &

Shrub Work Phase

Recommendations

924 Maple-Red 16 Large Semi-mature Good 1




925 Maple-Red (3) 14 Medium Semi-

mature Good 1





mature Good 1






mature Good 1




931 Maple-Red 18 Large Mature Dead 1 • Remove


mature Good 1



• Prune: Clearance933 Maple-Red 18 Large Mature Fair 1 • Remove934 Maple-Red 18 Large Mature Fair 1 • Remove


mature Fair 1 • Remove


mature Good 1





938 Maple-Sugar 12 Medium Semi-mature Poor 1 • Remove

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Tree ID


Class Age

Class Condition

Class

Tree &

Shrub Work Phase

Recommendations



941 Maple-Sugar 12 Medium Semi-mature Fair 1 • Remove



944 Maple-Sugar 17 Large Semi-mature Poor 1 • Remove

945 Cherry-Flowering (2) 14 Medium Semi-



947 Maple-Sugar (4) 13 Large Semi-


948 Maple-Sugar (2) 10 Medium Semi-



mature Good 1



950 Pine-Eastern White (36) 15 Medium Semi-

mature Good 1 • Prune: Clearance

951 Ash-Green 12 Medium Semi-mature Dead 1 • Remove

952 Ash-Green 16 Large Semi-mature Poor 1 • Remove




956 Spruce-Colorado Blue

6 Small Semi-mature Dead 1 • Remove


mature Good 1

• Prune: Clearance• Prune: Improve light

and air penetrationthrough crown

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Tree ID


Class Age

Class Condition

Class

Tree &

Shrub Work Phase

Recommendations

958 Cherry-Flowering (12)


• Prune: Clearance • Prune: Reduce risk

of branch stem and/or root failure

959 Cherry-Flowering (12)


• Prune: Reduce risk of branch stem and/or root failure



mature Good 1




mature Dead 1 • Remove



964 Oak-Pin 11 Medium Semi-mature Good 1


965 Oak-Pin 21 Large Mature Good 1









968 Oak-Pin 16 Large Semi-mature Good 1



969 Oak-Pin 14 Large Semi-mature Fair 1






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Tree ID


Class Age

Class Condition

Class

Tree &

Shrub Work Phase

Recommendations

971 Oak-Pin 13 Large Semi-mature Good 1



972 Maple-Red 12 Medium Semi-mature Good 1


• Prune: Improve light and air penetration through crown

















978 Planetree-London 11 Medium Semi-














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Tree ID


Class Age

Class Condition

Class

Tree &

Shrub Work Phase

Recommendations



986 Linden-Littleleaf 11 Medium Semi-



mature Fair 1 • Prune: Clearance

























1000 Maple-Sugar 11 Medium Semi-mature Good 1 • Prune: Clearance

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SOIL CARE RECOMMENDATIONS

These recommendations are made to address soil related issues such as possible nutrient deficiencies, soil compaction, or inadequate soil conditions. These recommendations should be implemented as soon as feasible. Specific soil care recommendations for your property are described in the following table:

Tree ID Common Name Condition

Class Recommendations

907 Honeylocust-Thornless Common Good • Root Collar Excavation

914 Honeylocust-Thornless Common Good • Root Collar Excavation

922 Maple-Red Good • Root Collar Excavation

964 Oak-Pin Good • Soil management: Soil Rx®





969 Oak-Pin Fair • Soil management: Soil Rx®



972 Maple-Red Good • Soil management: Soil Rx®

975 Maple-Red Good • Root Collar Excavation976 Maple-Red Good • Root Collar Excavation992 Linden-Littleleaf Good • Root Collar Excavation993 Linden-Littleleaf Good • Root Collar Excavation994 Linden-Littleleaf Good • Root Collar Excavation995 Linden-Littleleaf Good • Root Collar Excavation996 Linden-Littleleaf Good • Root Collar Excavation997 Linden-Littleleaf Good • Root Collar Excavation998 Linden-Littleleaf Good • Root Collar Excavation999 Linden-Littleleaf Good • Root Collar Excavation

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PLANT HEALTH CARE RECOMMENDATIONS

These recommendations are made to treat for pests or diseases that could damage trees or shrubs and should be implemented as soon as feasible. Specific plant health care recommendations for your property are described in the following table:

Tree ID Common Name Condition Class Recommendations 932 Maple-Red (4) Good • Plant health care: Scale treatment

These recommendations can be addressed upon completion of the intermediate recommendations.

ADDITIONAL PROPERTY CONSIDERATIONS

All properties are unique; however, there are general management practices that can help sustain the longevity and health of any landscape. While these additional property considerations are not prioritized, and not all possible considerations have been described, the following list can be used as a starting point:

• Integrated Pest Management ProgramIntegrated pest management visits are scheduled each year to inspect the trees andshrubs around the property for insects, mites, disease or cultural problems. During eachinspection, the Arborist will identify and treat insect and disease problems. Culturaltreatments such as soil pH adjustment, root collar inspections and mulch adjustments willbe included. The inspections can also identify other potential programs that the propertycould benefit from such as tick and deer management.

• MulchingWherever possible, apply 2-4 inches of mulch within the root zone, but not directly againstthe trunk, to help moderate soil temperatures, reduce soil moisture loss, reduce soilcompaction, provide nutrients, improve soil structure, and keep mowers and stringtrimmers away from tree trunks. The best mulch materials are wood chips, bark nuggets,composted leaves, or pine needles.

• Planting New TreesPlanting new trees is an important part of a sustainable landscape. When trees areremoved, the location, or other locations on the property can be evaluated for theopportunity to plant a new tree.

• Soil & Bulk Density SamplingSoil sampling, soil analysis, and bulk density sampling provide information on thepresence of soil nutrients, pH, organic matter, cation exchange capacity, and the amountof soil compaction.

• Vine RemovalVines should be removed from around the base of the trees and extend outward for atleast 1 foot when appropriate as they can hide defects that may be present.

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LIMITATIONS OF THE PLAN

Please understand that trees and shrubs are biological organisms that are exposed to numerous conditions that can have a negative impact to health and structural safety, and that any tree or shrub's health or safety can change over time. These conditions include, but are not limited to; age, climate, wind, weather, drought, insect, disease, fungus, soil conditions, and animal and human activity. To help manage the effects of such conditions, Bartlett Tree Experts recommends that you have a qualified arborist inspect your trees periodically, or after any major weather event, in order to reassess tree conditions, and identify any safety concerns or other issues that may be present. It is also important for you to understand that all trees pose some degree of risk, and just because a tree was not listed as having immediate needs, intermediate recommendations, or future recommendations, the tree is "safe" or will not fail in any manner.

Recommendations that are made by Bartlett Tree Experts are intended to provide you with a better understanding of your existing landscape and help you make informed decisions about your trees and shrubs. Separate proposals can be provided for any recommendations that you would like to see implemented.

We look forward to working with you in the care of your trees and shrubs.

Sincerely, Josh Nadler

Bartlett Tree Experts

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