Protecting South Florida’s native ecosystems from invasive plants that threaten waterways, natural areas, and protected spaces. We provide mechanical removal and control services in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Invasive plants are one of the greatest threats to Florida’s natural ecosystems. These non-native species outcompete native vegetation, clog waterways, degrade wildlife habitat, and cost millions of dollars annually in control and damage.
COCO Tree Service Corp provides professional invasive species removal services for municipalities, water management districts, conservation areas, and private properties throughout South Florida. We use mechanical removal methods that are environmentally responsible and effective.
Our crews are trained to identify and remove Florida’s most problematic invasive species while protecting valuable native plants and minimizing ecosystem disturbance.
Florida has over 1,400 non-native plant species, with many designated as invasive by the Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council (FLEPPC). Here are some of the most common we remove:
Fast-growing floating plant that forms dense mats, blocks waterways, depletes oxygen, and crowds out native aquatic vegetation.
Submerged aquatic plant that forms dense underwater mats, impedes water flow, damages boat motors, and degrades fish habitat.
Category I invasive tree that forms dense thickets, displaces native vegetation, and causes allergic reactions in many people.
Australian paperbark tree that invades wetlands, displaces native cypress, and dramatically alters hydrology and fire cycles.
Tall coastal tree that crowds out native dune vegetation, provides poor wildlife habitat, and is highly susceptible to hurricane damage.
While native cattails exist, invasive varieties can dominate wetlands, reduce biodiversity, and impede water flow in canals and lakes.
Aggressive vine that smothers native trees and shrubs with rapid growth, producing aerial tubers that spread the infestation.
Climbing fern that scales trees to 90+ feet, smothering canopies and creating fire ladders in natural areas.
We also remove Carrotwood, Earleaf Acacia, Torpedo Grass, Cogongrass, Java Plum, Latherleaf, and other FLEPPC-listed species.
Comprehensive mechanical removal and control services for invasive vegetation in all environments.
Mechanical removal of water hyacinth, hydrilla, and other aquatic invasives from canals, lakes, and retention ponds using specialized equipment.
Complete removal of Brazilian pepper, melaleuca, Australian pine, and other invasive trees including stump grinding to prevent regrowth.
Clearing air potato, Old World climbing fern, and other aggressive vines from native trees and natural areas without damaging host trees.
Comprehensive surveys to identify invasive species, map infestation areas, and develop prioritized removal plans for your property.
After invasive removal, we can help restore areas with appropriate native Florida plants to prevent reinfestation and restore habitat value.
Regular monitoring and maintenance contracts to prevent reinfestation and keep invasive species from returning to treated areas.
Experience and expertise for protecting Florida’s native ecosystems from invasive species.
Our crews can identify all FLEPPC-listed invasive species and distinguish them from similar-looking native plants.
Mechanical removal methods that avoid herbicides when possible and minimize disturbance to surrounding native vegetation.
Boats, amphibious equipment, and specialized tools for removing invasive plants from water bodies and wetlands.
Full compliance with FDEP, SFWMD, and local regulations for invasive species removal in protected and sensitive areas.
All removed invasive material is properly disposed of to prevent spread. We never leave debris that could re-root or spread seeds.
Ongoing monitoring and maintenance programs to prevent reinfestation and protect your investment in invasive removal.
Contact us for a free site assessment. We serve municipalities, conservation areas, HOAs, water management districts, and private properties throughout South Florida.
