No More Dead Shrub
⚪ Last updated 2019⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.5% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #60 of 62 Environmental mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
I didn't kill just one Dead Shrub, or a hundred, or a thousand ... I killed them all ... all Dead Shrub ... everywhere."
– Kevin Uxbridge, 2366 ("The Survivors" - Star Trek: Next Generation).
That's what Kevin Uxbridge would have said if he had installed this mod.
No More Dead Shrub
I despise the dead shrubs that infest all of Skyrim and especially Whiterun. Normally I open the console and "disable" them if they really bug me. Unfortunately, there are a lot of them that really bug me. Therefore, I decided to cut them off at the source once and for all.
How did I accomplish this not so small miracle?
Using SSE Edit I determined that the source of all of the Dead Shrub is TreeDeadShrub. I copied the record into a new file and deleted the Model Filename path. I did the same thing for Dead Snow Shrub, Thickets, and Snow Thickets.
There are multiple versions. Check the File Download page for details.
How to have this miracle come true in your game? (How to Install)
Use a mod manager or manually unpack the file and copy it into your data folder.
How to allow evil to return to your game? (How to Uninstall)
Remove it from your mod manager or delete the file from your data folder. The dead shrubs will once again infest your lands.
Compatibility
If you want to be sure this mod works, load it at the bottom of your load order (load last) to ensure these plants remain banished to the nether regions. At the very least, load it after any other mod that modifies these plants (such as Skyrim 3D Plants and Trees).
Disclaimer
Everything stated in this mod may or may not be considered an official representation of me personally. Actual mileage may vary. Price does not include tax, title, and license. Some assembly required. Each sold separately. Batteries not included. Objects in mirror are closer than they appear. If conditions persist, contact a physician. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. Do not taunt Happy Fun Ball. Keep in a cool dark place.
No More Dead Shrub is a simple environmental mod that removes all dead shrubs from the game, eliminating their unsightly appearance. With over 1,200 endorsements and 258k downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life improvement for players who find the default shrubs visually unappealing.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community approval (1,254 endorsements) — clearly a lot of players wanted these gone
- Massive download count (258k) shows it's a go-to fix for many
- Simple and effective — does exactly what it says, no bloat
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2019 — may not be compatible with the latest game version
- Removes all dead shrubs, which could reduce environmental variety if you actually liked them
- No documentation on whether it affects performance or conflicts with other mods
For players who hate the look of dead shrubs and want a cleaner landscape without any extra features. Skip if you're looking for more comprehensive environmental overhauls or if you actually enjoy the dead shrub aesthetic.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a simple file replacement, just drop the mod files into your game's data folder or use a mod manager if you prefer.
- Check if the mod is compatible with your current game version — it's from 2019, so test it after updates.
- If you use other environmental mods, load order might matter; place this one early to ensure it takes effect.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- NorthTexan95
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 258,377
- Endorsements
- 1,254
- Category
- Environmental
- Created
- 1/24/2019
- Updated
- 1/24/2019
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