Brush & Blackberry Mulching in Douglas County
Oregon Super Soil provides professional brush clearing and blackberry removal services in Roseburg, Riddle, Myrtle Creek, and communities throughout Douglas County, Oregon—specializing in land clearing and fire hazard reduction for rural properties.
Blackberries Taking Over Your Property?
Himalayan blackberries are the bane of Douglas County landowners. They spread aggressively, create impenetrable thickets, and can consume an acre in just a few years. Traditional clearing methods—hand cutting, herbicides, burning—are slow, expensive, and often ineffective long-term.
Beyond blackberries, scotch broom, young alders, and general brush accumulation create fire hazards and reduce usable land. In the Umpqua Valley's dry summers, overgrown properties become serious liability.
How We Clear It: Disc Mulcher
We use a Bobcat compact track loader equipped with a disc mulcher attachment. This machine doesn't just cut brush—it pulverizes it into fine mulch in seconds. Here's how it works:
- High-speed rotating disc with carbide teeth shreds vegetation on contact
- Handles material up to ~3" diameter—blackberries, scotch broom, small trees
- Mulch stays on-site, decomposing naturally and enriching the soil
- No burn piles, no hauling—the debris problem is solved on the spot
Most residential lots can be cleared in a single day. What would take a crew with chainsaws a week, we finish in hours.
Vegetation We Handle
- Himalayan blackberries — The #1 invasive species in Douglas County
- Scotch broom — Fast-spreading fire hazard
- Young alders & willows — Up to 3" diameter
- Brush & brambles — General overgrowth
- Tall grass & weeds — Field clearing
For larger trees (over 3" diameter), we recommend having them cut first. We can then mulch the slash and clear the surrounding brush.
Fire Season & Defensible Space
Creating defensible space around structures is critical in Douglas County. Oregon fire codes recommend clearing vegetation within specific zones around buildings. Our mulching service helps you:
- Clear the immediate zone (0-30 feet from structures)
- Reduce fuel load in the extended zone (30-100 feet)
- Create access lanes for emergency vehicles
- Eliminate slash piles that become fire hazards themselves
Fire Season Hours: Between June 15 and September 30, county regulations restrict heavy equipment operation to 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (earlier during Level 2 burn bans). Book early to secure a morning slot.
Free On-Site Quotes
Every property is different. We'll walk your land at no charge, assess the vegetation and access, and give you an all-inclusive quote on the spot. The price we quote is the price you pay—no surprise fees.
Service Area: 50-Mile Radius from Riddle
We provide brush clearing and mulching services throughout Douglas County, including:
- Roseburg
- Winston
- Myrtle Creek
- Canyonville
- Sutherlin
- Riddle
- Glendale
- Oakland
- Drain
- Yoncalla
Projects outside the 50-mile radius are considered case-by-case. Call us to discuss.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does brush clearing cost in Douglas County?
Pricing depends on lot size, vegetation density, and access. Most residential lots can be cleared same-day. We provide free on-site quotes with all-inclusive pricing. Call (541) 863-9168 for a quote.
What size trees can you mulch?
Our disc mulcher handles trees and brush up to approximately 3 inches in diameter. This covers most blackberry thickets, scotch broom, small alders, and typical overgrowth.
What happens to the debris after mulching?
The disc mulcher converts vegetation into fine mulch on the spot. This mulch stays on your property, naturally decomposing and returning nutrients to the soil. No hauling required.
Can you clear blackberries on steep slopes?
Our Bobcat compact track loader handles moderate slopes well. For steep terrain, we assess on-site to determine the safest approach.
Is brush clearing good for fire prevention?
Yes. Creating defensible space around structures is critical in Douglas County. We clear brush within recommended zones and reduce fuel load by mulching rather than leaving slash piles. During fire season (June 15 - September 30), equipment operation is restricted to morning hours.
What areas do you service?
We serve a 50-mile radius from Riddle, Oregon, including Roseburg, Winston, Myrtle Creek, Canyonville, Sutherlin, Glendale, and surrounding Douglas County communities.
Ready to Reclaim Your Land?
Call for a free on-site quote. We'll walk your property, assess the scope, and give you an all-inclusive price on the spot.
Call (541) 863-9168