Part 3 Fire Wise Design in the Defensible Space Zone

Learn how to create and maintain a fire-wise, sustainable garden that supports biodiversity while meeting County code requirements. Discussion of plant selection, placement, and maintenance, to preserve and even enhance wildlife habitat, while keeping your property and neighborhood fire-wise and sustainable. This talk includes: • Recommendations for fire-wise landscape design in the 0-5’, 5-30’, and 30-100’ defensible space zones, with specific suggestions within each zone. • Explore different kinds of hardscapes and mulches and their benefits and challenges. • Suggestions for water savings and habitat creation within your landscape. • Discussion of California native plants and their arrangement for a more fire wise landscape. • Practical and affordable ways to achieve a beautiful, biodiverse, energy-saving and fire-wise landscape. Presented by April Owens, Executive Director, Habitat Corridor Project & Horticulture Chairperson, CNPS-Milo Baker Chapter The Resilient Landscapes Coalition Sonoma County, CA October 15, 2024