Preparing for wildfire doesn’t mean removing all the trees

To make your property FireSmart while also enjoying a vegetated landscape is possible. The type and species, the position relative to your house and the density of plants and trees simply need to be considered.

Some vegetation is more prone to combustion, and one typical example that we find in abundance here are the highly flammable Juniper trees. Replacing them with fire-resistant plants or trees is a great way to address this threat. For that purpose, the FireSmart BC Landscaping Guide is a great resource adapted to the ecosystems we find in our province.

To have vegetation at a safe position and density relative to your home, refer to the FireSmart Beings At Home Guide. There, you will find information on identifying and dealing with the excess vegetation around your home.

What you plant and where you plant matters when it comes to protecting your house from wildfire. For a more resilient home, look for FireSmart Plant Tags and other FireSmart landscaping resources at participating garden centres or online at FireSmartBC.ca/PlantProgram

More coming soon…

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