Defensible Space
Fire-Resistant Landscaping Plants by Region
No plant is truly fireproof, but some burn far more readily than others. This guide walks through lower-flammability options by region — SoCal, NorCal, Colorado, the PNW, Arizona, and the Texas Hill Country.
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Tree Spacing, Limbing, and Irrigation for Fire Safety
Trees are a defensible-space decision, not a landscaping decision. This guide covers crown spacing, limbing height, irrigation, and what to keep or remove near your house.
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California's Zone 0 Requirements and Timeline
California's new Zone 0 rule requires a noncombustible five-foot buffer around homes in fire-prone areas. Here is what the law says, what the timeline looks like, and what it means for homeowners.
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Zone 0, Zone 1, and Zone 2 Defensible Space Explained
Defensible space is organized into three concentric zones around the house, each with different rules and priorities. This guide explains what each zone requires and why.