The ever-increasing threat of fire requires proactive work to protect our homes. Part of that means designing landscapes that are hardened, and part of that equation involves selecting fire resistant plants.

As wildfires become increasingly common and devastating, homeowners are seeking proactive ways to protect their properties. Are you ready?

Mulches shade the soil, keeping plant roots cool in the hot sun, and warmer at night when the air temperature drops. Mulch also helps soil retain water, so that the moisture levels are more even between waterings, and can reduce erosion from water runoff.