Skyrim Flora Overhaul SE

⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (156,873 endorsements) 📥 8.3M downloads 📌 v2.74a 📅 11/2/2016
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By vurt · Models and Textures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 11/11/2024 📅 Created: 11/2/2016
⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
1🛠️ SKSE64 — Skyrim Script Extender 64 Download ↗
2🔧 USSEP — Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch Download ↗
3🖥️ SkyUI — SkyUI (MCM framework) Download ↗
4🧩 Address Library — Address Library for SKSE Plugins Download ↗
5🔧 SSE Engine Fixes — SSE Engine Fixes Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #6 of 565 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Features

16 new tree models (replaces most of the default trees)

3D LODs

180+ new textures for trees, plants, grasses

65+ new grasses and plant models

* Each of the various ground textures will spawn 7 different grasses instead of 2 (default)

Q: I sometimes have immense stutter / FPS drop!

A: From the user GregR: "on the off chance that you are using a controller and Steam, I have seen stutter and framerate dropping over a few hours of play. If so unplugging and replugging the controller fixed it in the moment. Though what solved it for me completely was going into Steam (big picture mode) and managing the game and under controller options, unchecking "Use Steam Configuration for non-Steam Controllers".

Q: How do i use DynDoLOD 3 to generate 3D LOD's for No Grass version?

A: Please read this

These images are also helpful (thanks to z929669 for images + creation of 3D LODS!)

Edit: OUTDATED

Q: Do i have to edit some .ini to get all ground covers?

A: I have included a skyrim flora overhaul.ini for the main version that should take care of it.

It's settings are:

iMaxGrassTypesPerTexure=7

iMinGrassSize=20

Q: Can i make an xbox version?

A: Sorry, no.

I don't allow this because 1) I don't own xbox so i can't test it or make tweaks and whatnot. Even on PC this can be a really demanding mod, xbox would likely need a less demanding version. 2) I am not comfortable leaving the mod in the hands of someone else. I prefer full control myself to e.g patch, remove stuff i'm not happy with etc. 3) I am currently not very satisfied with the mod overall, so obviously i'm not interested in it being ported either. Thanks for understanding and thanks for not PM'ing me about it.

Q: The LOD's in the distance look like they have been scissored in half?!

A: You have a LOD that isn't compatible with my MOD which comes with it's own LOD for trees. So make sure you have no other mod(s) that is adding a tree LOD which overrides mine. This is the location for the tree LOD file: ...\Steam\steamapps\common\Skyrim Special Edition\Data\Textures\terrain\tamriel\trees make sure this file is the same as in the archive. If not you can extract the file from the SFO archive and overwrite the file in this folder.

Q: The Grass is really tiny / it's less grass than vanilla!

A: Make sure you haven't done any "strange" edits to your ini files. If you are using MO 2 as your mod organizer it has its own .ini files, make sure they are edited correctly. Also, both Skyri

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Skyrim Flora Overhaul SE is a comprehensive visual overhaul that replaces default trees with 18 new models and adds around 65 new grasses and plants. It makes forests appear deeper and older with taller, wider trees, and enhances snowy trees with heavy snow detail, some bent by snow. Ideal for players seeking a more immersive, natural Skyrim.

✨ Key Features

Adds 18 new tree models that replace default trees
Introduces approximately 65 new grasses and plants
Makes green forests appear deeper and older with taller, wider trees
Enhances snowy trees with heavy snow detail, including some bent by snow

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Massive community trust with 156,873 endorsements and 8.3M downloads
  • Transforms Skyrim's landscapes into a more ancient, dense forest feel
  • Snowy trees get a serious upgrade with realistic heavy snow and bent branches

⚠️ Cons

  • Performance impact on lower-end PCs due to increased tree size and density
  • May conflict with other flora mods or require load order tweaks
  • No explicit compatibility notes for other popular overhauls
🎯 Is This For You?
For Skyrim players who want a more immersive, natural world with deeper forests and detailed snowy trees. Perfect for those who prioritize visual fidelity and don't mind potential performance hits. Skip if you're on a low-end rig or prefer vanilla-style flora.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Use a mod manager like Vortex or Mod Organizer 2 to avoid overwriting issues with other flora mods.
  • Place this mod early in your load order to ensure other mods can overwrite if needed.
  • If you experience stuttering, consider using a performance-friendly ENB or lower tree draw distance.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Skyrim Mods
Author
vurt
Version
2.74a
Downloads
8,326,074
Endorsements
156,873
Category
Models and Textures
Created
11/2/2016
Updated
11/11/2024

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