Forestry Mulching in Gainesville, Florida
University town with mix of urban development and surrounding rural properties. Paynes Prairie and extensive wetlands to the south.
Service Area Coverage for Gainesville
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 Gainesville
Local Context
Diverse needs from urban infill lots to rural acreage. Alachua County has strong environmental ordinances.
Gainesville's mix of flatwoods and sandhills is typically suited to the 6" package, though rural properties may need 8".
Local Challenges
- •Strong environmental ordinances
- •Paynes Prairie wetland considerations
- •University area development restrictions
- •Mix of urban and rural property types
North Central Florida Vegetation
Horse Country - Horse country, rural properties, and agricultural land
Longleaf Pine Sandhills
The signature landscape of Marion County. Rolling terrain with deep sandy soils supporting open pine woodlands.
Ocala Sand Pine Scrub (Big Scrub)
The largest continuous scrub in Florida - 200,000+ acres in Ocala National Forest. Ancient, desert-like conditions.
Improved Pasture / Bahiagrass Fields
Former flatwoods converted to horse and cattle pasture. Common reclamation project type.
Invasive Species in Gainesville
These invasive plants are common in North Central Florida. Forestry mulching is one of the most effective removal methods.
Brazilian Pepper
high severityForms dense thickets in disturbed areas and pastures.
Cogongrass
high severitySpreading through the region. Deep rhizome system.
Gainesville Areas We Serve
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Environmental Considerations in Gainesville
North Central Florida has specific environmental requirements. We're experienced navigating these regulations.
Gopher Tortoise
EXTREMELY common in sandhills
High probability on any sandy upland site. 25-foot buffer around all burrows.
Eastern Indigo Snake
Uses gopher tortoise burrows
Listed as Threatened. Present where gopher tortoises occur.
Red-Cockaded Woodpecker
Old-growth longleaf pine protection
Cavity trees marked with white bands. Do not disturb.
Florida Scrub-Jay
Survey required before clearing scrub vegetation
Endemic to scrub habitat. No clearing during nesting season.
Popular Projects in Gainesville
Selective Clearing Packages for Gainesville
DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) selective clearing lets you choose exactly what gets removed. Most Gainesville 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
Gainesville Forestry Mulching FAQs
Does Gainesville have special clearing requirements?
Alachua County has enhanced environmental protections. Tree permits may be required, and wetland buffers are strictly enforced. We're familiar with local requirements.
Gainesville Area Projects
Professional Equipment
CAT Forestry Mulcher
Finished Results
North Central Florida
Gainesville is located in Alachua County
County Overview
Local Vegetation
Common species in Alachua:
Soil Types: Sandy loam, Clay
Permits & Regulations in Alachua
Permit Authority:
Alachua County Growth Management
Requirements:
Land clearing permit required for 1+ acres
Wetland Considerations:
High - many wetlands and springs in area
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