Forestry Mulching in St. Petersburg, Florida
Peninsula city surrounded by Tampa Bay and Gulf of Mexico. Most densely developed county in Florida - limited clearing opportunities.
Service Area Coverage for St. Petersburg
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 St. Petersburg
Local Context
Very limited undeveloped land. Primarily redevelopment, storm cleanup, and maintenance projects.
Urban St. Petersburg lots typically have manageable vegetation. 6" package handles most residential needs.
Local Challenges
- •Limited undeveloped land
- •Dense urban development
- •Mostly redevelopment projects
West Central Florida Vegetation
Tampa Bay - Tampa Bay area and Gulf Coast properties
Mesic Flatwoods
Most common landscape type across Hillsborough, Pasco, and Polk counties. SAW PALMETTO DOMINATED.
Lake Wales Ridge Scrub
One of the oldest and most biologically significant scrub habitats in Florida. Extends through Polk and Highlands counties. Elevation 150-312 feet (Sugarloaf Mountain is highest point in peninsular Florida).
Citrus Grove Conversions
1980s freezes drove citrus south. Many former groves now available for development or restoration.
Invasive Species in St. Petersburg
These invasive plants are common in West Central Florida. Forestry mulching is one of the most effective removal methods.
Brazilian Pepper
high severityExtremely common throughout Tampa Bay region.
Cogongrass
high severitySpreading through the region, especially disturbed areas.
St. Petersburg Areas We Serve
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Environmental Considerations in St. Petersburg
West Central Florida has specific environmental requirements. We're experienced navigating these regulations.
Gopher Tortoise
Very common throughout region
Hillsborough County wetland setback 30-50 feet.
Lake Wales Ridge Endemic Plants
Survey required in scrub habitat
Scrub blazing star, pygmy fringe-tree, Carter's mustard, bear grass - all protected.
Florida Scrub-Jay
Present in remaining scrub fragments
Polk County has multiple ridges with populations. No clearing during nesting season.
Florida Panther Corridor
Eastern Polk County consideration
Part of Florida Wildlife Corridor. May require additional review for large projects.
Popular Projects in St. Petersburg
Selective Clearing Packages for St. Petersburg
DBH (Diameter at Breast Height) selective clearing lets you choose exactly what gets removed. Most St. Petersburg 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
St. Petersburg Forestry Mulching FAQs
Is there much clearing work in St. Petersburg?
Pinellas County is the most densely developed in Florida with limited undeveloped land. Most work involves redevelopment clearing, storm cleanup, and vegetation management rather than new lot clearing.
St. Petersburg Area Projects
Professional Equipment
CAT Forestry Mulcher
Finished Results
West Central Florida
St. Petersburg is located in Pinellas County
County Overview
Local Vegetation
Common species in Pinellas:
Soil Types: Sandy, Shell-based, Muck
Permits & Regulations in Pinellas
Permit Authority:
Pinellas County Building Services
Requirements:
Strict environmental review, limited clearing
Wetland Considerations:
Very High - bay and coastal mangroves
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