At Siesta Key Landscape, we go beyond the basics, offering a full range of tree care options, including certified arborist consultations and licensed mangrove trimming.

Whether you need routine maintenance or support with permits and risk assessments, our team is here to help protect your trees, property, and peace of mind.

Our Tree Services

We provide practical, results-driven tree care, including:

•  Tree removal
•  Tree trimming
•  Palm tree pruning
•  Removing hazardous limbs
•  Stump grinding
•  Mangrove pruning (licensed)
•  Tree stabilization
•  Palm tree injection
•  Tree relocation
•  Fertilization

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Why Choose a Certified Arborist Consultation? 

A certified arborist helps ensure your trees are cared for properly based on science, experience, and site conditions, not guesswork!

1) Accurate Tree & Plant Identification

Correct identification is essential for:

• Choosing the right pruning method
• Understanding water needs and soil tolerance
• Identifying common pests and disease risks
• Determining sun vs. shade requirements

2) The Right Tree in the Right Place

We help you make smarter decisions that support long-term landscape health, including:

• Proper spacing
• Appropriate drainage
• Selecting plants that can thrive in your specific environment

3) Tree Health & Disease/Decay Diagnosis

We can diagnose symptoms and recommend next steps from an informational site visit, including signs like:

• Chlorotic (yellowing) foliage
• Dripping leaves
• Early frond/leaf drop
• Abnormal growth patterns
• Sap flowing from the bark
• And more

If a more detailed evaluation is needed, we can collect leaf, root, tissue, and soil samples for lab testing to support a stronger action plan.

4) Tree & Infrastructure Conflict Solutions

When roots interact with sidewalks, driveways, or foundations, an on-site assessment helps:

• Determine safe options
• Reduce risk
• Provide documentation needed for tree/root-cutting permits

5) Construction Planning & Tree Protection

For development or construction projects, permits often require detailed documentation, such as:

• Inventory of trees 6-inch DBH and larger
• Mapping tree locations
• Condition reports

We compare your tree inventory to site development plans and recommend:

•  Tree retention & protection strategies
•  Tree removal where needed
•  Pruning recommendations
•  Hazard mitigation for retained trees

6) Tree Risk Assessment

During a tree risk assessment, we inspect the tree visually—from the root zone to the crown—to identify:

• Defects
• Risk level based on defect size, failure probability, and nearby targets

If visual inspection isn’t enough, we can use advanced assessment methods such as:

• Sounding with a mallet
• Probing or core sampling
• Resistograph or sonic tomography

7)  Tree Risk Mitigation (Without Unnecessary Removal)

If risk is identified, we recommend actions to reduce risk to people and property. While the only way to completely eliminate risk is removal, there are often workable solutions that protect safety and preserve trees.

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Who Benefits From a Certified Arborist Consultation?

Homeowners Seeking a Tree Removal Permit

The City of Sarasota may require permits to remove:

• Street trees
• Mangrove trees
• Private trees

These permits often require a certified arborist evaluation, including:

• Hazard assessments
• Mitigation recommendations

Property Developers

Municipalities typically require:

• Detailed tree inventories
• Plans showing removal and protection
• Mitigation plans for replanting
• Specific protection strategies for remaining trees

Homeowners Associations (HOAs)

Our tree surveys help HOAs manage:

• Street trees
• Woodland areas
• Common spaces

You receive:

• Species identification
• Mapping
• Condition assessments
• Action recommendations to support budgeting and long-term maintenance

Realtors & Home Buyers

Like a home inspection, a certified arborist assessment can help buyers and sellers understand:

• Tree health and hazards
• Likely maintenance needs
• Potential costs tied to tree care

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Ready to Get Started?

If you’re in Siesta Key and need expert tree services—whether it’s trimming, removal, mangrove work, or permit support, Siesta Key Landscape is ready to help.