Forestry Mulching in DeLand, Florida
Historic inland Volusia County seat, home to Stetson University. Located on the DeLand Ridge with important longleaf pine habitat.
Service Area Coverage for DeLand
We service all of Florida from our New Smyrna Beach yard. Transport cost is based on actual drive time at $153.35/hr round trip.
Land Clearing in DeLand
Local Context
DeLand Ridge is part of Ocala-Volusia wildlife corridor with longleaf pine sandhills. Conservation priority area.
DeLand Ridge sandhills have turkey oak and pine similar to Marion County. 6" package handles most residential clearing.
Local Challenges
- •DeLand Ridge conservation priority
- •Longleaf pine/sandhill habitat
- •Gopher tortoise common
East Coast Florida Vegetation
Space Coast - Coastal properties and Space Coast development
Coastal Scrub
Found on five distinct landscapes in Brevard County alone: Cape Canaveral, Merritt Island, Atlantic Coastal Ridge, Ten Mile Ridge, and Osceola Plain Ridge.
Atlantic Coastal Ridge Scrub
Higher and drier than surrounding flatwoods. Sand pine scrub predominates. 68.8% loss in Brevard County 1943-1991.
Scrubby Flatwoods
Transition zone between flatwoods and scrub. Common on Merritt Island and mainland.
Invasive Species in DeLand
These invasive plants are common in East Coast Florida. Forestry mulching is one of the most effective removal methods.
Australian Pine
high severityCasuarina equisetifolia
Invasive coastal tree. Brittle branches, shallow roots. Storm damage hazard.
Brazilian Pepper
high severityCommon throughout coastal areas.
DeLand Areas We Serve
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Environmental Considerations in DeLand
East Coast Florida has specific environmental requirements. We're experienced navigating these regulations.
Florida Scrub-Jay
Brevard County has one of largest populations in state
NO CLEARING March 1 - June 30 in designated habitat (Palm Bay HCP).
Gopher Tortoise
Common on well-drained scrub and sandhill sites
25-foot buffer required around all burrows.
Sand Skink / Blue-Tailed Mole Skink
Federally listed species
Found in scrub habitat. Survey may be required.
Volusia County Tree Permit
Required for clearing
Wetland buffer minimum 25-50 feet.
Popular Projects in DeLand
Selective Clearing Packages for DeLand
DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) selective clearing lets you choose exactly what gets removed. Most DeLand properties use the 6" package.
Brush & saplings
Best for: View enhancement, trail creation
Most residential
Best for: Lot clearing, invasive removal
Dense vegetation
Best for: Pasture reclamation, site prep
Near-complete
Best for: Development clearing, restoration
DeLand Forestry Mulching FAQs
What's special about DeLand vegetation?
DeLand sits on an ancient sand ridge with longleaf pine sandhills - similar to Ocala. This is Florida Forever acquisition priority area. Properties may have different requirements than coastal Volusia.
DeLand Area Projects
Professional Equipment
CAT Forestry Mulcher
Finished Results
East Coast Florida
DeLand is located in Volusia County
County Overview
Local Vegetation
Common species in Volusia:
Soil Types: Sandy, Coastal sand, Poorly drained flatwoods
Permits & Regulations in Volusia
Permit Authority:
Volusia County Growth and Resource Management
Requirements:
Environmental review, tree ordinance in cities
Wetland Considerations:
Moderate - Halifax River, Tomoka basin
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