Citrus County presents a unique forestry mulching environment where limestone lurks just below the surface across most of the county. Our operators are experienced at reading terrain indicators — exposed rock, xeric hammock species, and shallow-rooted trees — to adjust mulching depth and protect equipment while delivering thorough vegetation processing on these karst-influenced parcels. Serving Inverness, Crystal River, Homosassa, Lecanto, and 4 more communities across Citrus County County.
Forestry mulcher heads grind trees, brush, and woody vegetation up to 8 inches in diameter. Mulch stays on-site as ground cover — no hauling, no burning.
The Blichton and Nobleton soils covering much of inland Citrus County sit atop limestone that can be as shallow as 12 inches below grade. Forestry mulching works well here precisely because it processes vegetation at the surface without the deep ground disturbance that would hit rock. The mulch layer also plays a critical role in the springshed — it slows stormwater infiltration and filters nutrients before they reach the Floridan Aquifer that feeds Crystal River and Homosassa Springs.
Dramatic karst topography with the Tsala Apopka chain of lakes and wetlands bisecting the county. Limestone outcrops at or near the surface across most of the region, with numerous springs, sinkholes, and solution features. The western coastal margin along the Gulf of Mexico consists of low-lying salt marsh and mangrove fringe. Inland areas feature rolling uplands with sandy ridges and hammock-filled ravines. Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge protects significant coastal habitat in the south.
Residential lot clearing in planned communities like Citrus Springs and Beverly Hills, commercial development along US 19 and US 41 corridors, rural homesite preparation on 2-10 acre parcels, invasive species management on spring-run properties, clearing overgrown vacant lots in established subdivisions, and vegetation management for ecotourism and recreational properties near the springs. Retiree migration driving steady residential construction, Crystal River and Homosassa Springs eco-tourism industry supporting commercial development, affordable land prices compared to Tampa Bay metro, The Villages expansion pushing growth southward into northern Citrus County, and infrastructure improvements along US 19 and the Suncoast Parkway extension opening new areas to development.
We assess your Citrus County County property in person — evaluating terrain, vegetation density, and equipment access to deliver an accurate T&M quote.
Clear scope, timeline, and expectations documented in our Master Service Agreement before any equipment rolls. No surprises, no hidden charges.
CAT track loaders and 20+ ton excavators mobilize to your Citrus County County site. Production-grade equipment means faster timelines and cleaner results.
Owner Jeremiah Anderson walks the finished project with you to confirm every detail meets expectations before we close out the job.
Crystal River and Homosassa Springs are critical manatee aggregation sites with extensive federal and state protection zones. Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge limits development along the southern coastal margin. The Kings Bay/Crystal River springshed has nutrient TMDL requirements affecting land use. Citrus County's comprehensive plan designates Coastal High Hazard Areas restricting density along the Gulf. Karst sensitivity zones require enhanced stormwater treatment to protect spring water quality.
Protected species: Citrus County County is home to West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus) — critical habitat in Crystal River and Homosassa, Gopher tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus), Eastern indigo snake (Drymarchon couperi), Florida black bear (Ursus americanus floridanus), Gulf sturgeon (Acipenser oxyrinchus desotoi), Florida scrub-jay (Aphelocoma coerulescens), Wood stork (Mycteria americana). Pre-clearing wildlife surveys may be required depending on habitat type and project scope.
Waterways & buffers: Properties near Crystal River, Homosassa River, Withlacoochee River, Chassahowitzka River, Tsala Apopka Lake chain, Kings Bay, Lake Hernando, Lake Henderson may require setback buffers and water management district permits. TreeShop works within all required buffer zones.
Soil conditions: Blichton loamy sand and Nobleton sand on limestone-influenced uplands. Hernando fine sand on well-drained ridges. Felda fine sand and Pineda fine sand in poorly drained flatwoods. Rock outcrop-Blichton complex where limestone is exposed at the surface. Coastal areas feature Wulfert muck and tidal marsh soils. Limestone is the defining subsurface feature — many parcels hit rock within 12-24 inches.
TreeShop provides professional brush mulching across Citrus County County, including:
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