Fire-Resistant Plants for Home Gardeners
Creating a safer yard starts with choosing fire-resistant plants, then arranging and maintaining them to slow embers, radiant heat, and surface flames. No plant is fireproof, but low‑flammability species with high moisture content and minimal resins can significantly reduce ignition risk. Pair those choices with smart spacing, hardscape breaks, and a maintained “defensible space” around […]
Drought-Proof Gardening and the Big Dry
Whether you live in a region with tough water restrictions or not, you can help your garden with appropriate hardware and by adjusting your habits and plant choice.