Forestry Mulching in Ocala, Florida
Heart of Florida's horse country with rolling sandhills, longleaf pine, and over 1,200 horse farms. Distinctive landscape unlike anywhere else in Central Florida.
Service Area Coverage for Ocala
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 Ocala
Local Context
Large rural parcels dominate, many 5-40+ acres. Pasture reclamation from palmetto encroachment is common. Sandy soils provide excellent year-round equipment access.
Ocala's turkey oaks and fire-suppressed sandhills often have 6-10" hardwoods. The 8" package handles typical pasture reclamation and homesite clearing.
Local Challenges
- •Gopher tortoise extremely common - surveys essential
- •Large parcel sizes require efficient equipment deployment
- •Turkey oaks can reach 8-12" DBH
- •Fire-suppressed areas have dense hardwood encroachment
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 Ocala
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.
Ocala Areas We Serve
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Environmental Considerations in Ocala
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 Ocala
Selective Clearing Packages for Ocala
DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) selective clearing lets you choose exactly what gets removed. Most Ocala properties use the 8" 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
Ocala Forestry Mulching FAQs
What makes Ocala land clearing different?
Ocala's sandhill terrain and horse farm culture mean larger parcels (5-40+ acres) with different vegetation than coastal Florida. Rolling terrain with turkey oaks and longleaf pine. Year-round access due to well-drained sandy soils.
How much does pasture reclamation cost?
Ocala pasture reclamation typically runs $2,000-$3,500 per acre depending on palmetto density. Many horse farms need fence line clearing at $800-$1,500 per mile.
Are gopher tortoises common in Ocala?
Extremely common. Marion County sandhills are prime gopher tortoise habitat. We conduct pre-clearing surveys and can arrange permits if needed. Most pasture reclamation qualifies for agricultural exemption.
Ocala Area Projects
Professional Equipment
CAT Forestry Mulcher
Finished Results
North Central Florida
Ocala is located in Marion County
County Overview
Local Vegetation
Common species in Marion:
Soil Types: Sandy loam, Karst limestone, Pasture grass
Permits & Regulations in Marion
Permit Authority:
Marion County Growth Services
Requirements:
Standard permits, spring protection zones
Wetland Considerations:
High - Silver Springs, Rainbow River
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