Forestry Mulching in Melbourne, Florida
Space Coast's largest city, home to major aerospace industry. Mix of coastal and inland properties.
Service Area Coverage for Melbourne
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 Melbourne
Local Context
Coastal scrub habitat requires environmental awareness. Hurricane damage cleanup is periodic need.
Coastal scrub vegetation is typically dense but small diameter. The 6" package handles most residential clearing needs.
Local Challenges
- •Scrub-jay habitat - surveys often required
- •Coastal scrub vegetation dense and tangled
- •Hurricane damage cleanup periodic need
- •Australian pine removal 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 Melbourne
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.
Melbourne Areas We Serve
Don't see your area? We serve all of Melbourne and surrounding areas. Get a quote for your specific location.
Environmental Considerations in Melbourne
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 Melbourne
Selective Clearing Packages for Melbourne
DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) selective clearing lets you choose exactly what gets removed. Most Melbourne 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
Melbourne Forestry Mulching FAQs
Is Melbourne area scrub-jay habitat?
Yes, Brevard County has one of the largest scrub-jay populations in Florida. Properties with scrub vegetation may require surveys. Palm Bay has a Habitat Conservation Plan that may streamline permitting.
Do you handle hurricane cleanup?
Yes, storm damage cleanup is a regular service for Space Coast properties. We can quickly mobilize for debris removal and damaged tree clearing after hurricanes.
Melbourne Area Projects
Professional Equipment
CAT Forestry Mulcher
Finished Results
East Coast Florida
Melbourne is located in Brevard County
County Overview
Local Vegetation
Common species in Brevard:
Soil Types: Sandy coastal, Muck in wetlands
Permits & Regulations in Brevard
Permit Authority:
Brevard County Natural Resources
Requirements:
Environmental review for coastal projects
Wetland Considerations:
Very High - Indian River Lagoon protection
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