Brazilian pepper, Australian pine, and old world climbing fern are the primary invasive threats in Citrus County, with Brazilian pepper dominating disturbed areas from the coast inland to the Tsala Apopka lake chain. Our selective removal crews target these species while preserving the native live oak hammocks and cabbage palm communities that give Citrus County its character. Serving Inverness, Crystal River, Homosassa, Lecanto, and 4 more communities across Citrus County County.
Targeted removal of Brazilian pepper, melaleuca, Australian pine, and other invasive vegetation. Selective clearing that preserves desirable native trees and landscape.
The springs ecosystem that makes Citrus County famous depends on healthy upland and riparian vegetation to filter nutrients and stabilize shorelines. Invasive species displace the native plant communities that perform these ecological functions. Property owners along the Crystal River, Homosassa River, and spring runs increasingly recognize that invasive removal protects both ecological value and property values — homes on clear, native-vegetation spring runs command significantly higher prices than those surrounded by impenetrable Brazilian pepper thickets.
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.
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Invasive Species Removal in Citrus County County