Fire-Resistant Landscaping to Protect Your Home and Property

Wildfires are a growing threat, especially in dry, fire-prone regions. But with smart planning and the right design, your landscape can serve as a first line of defense. At [Your Business Name], we specialize in fire-resistant landscaping, also known as fire landscape design, to help homeowners and communities reduce wildfire risk without compromising on beauty.

By using fire-smart principles, we create yards and outdoor spaces that slow the spread of flames, protect structures, and increase your property’s safety and resilience.

What Is Fire Landscape Design?

A fire landscape refers to a thoughtfully planned yard or outdoor space that resists ignition and slows fire progression. This involves using fire-resistant plants, proper spacing, and smart layout strategies to reduce fuel sources and protect your home.

Unlike traditional landscaping, firewise or fire-resistant landscaping prioritizes safety while still maintaining aesthetic appeal. It includes careful plant selection, non-flammable ground coverings, stone barriers, and defensible space zones that give firefighters a better chance to save your home.

Key Features of Our Fire-Resistant Landscaping Services

We take a comprehensive approach to wildfire safety through landscaping. Our fire-smart design services include:

  • Site-specific wildfire risk assessment

  • Custom landscaping plans using fire-retardant plants

  • Strategic placement of hardscaping (e.g., gravel, stone, pavers)

  • Maintenance recommendations to reduce combustible buildup

  • Creation of buffer zones (0-5 ft, 5-30 ft, and 30+ ft zones)

Whether you’re designing a new landscape or retrofitting an existing one, our team works with you to build a yard that looks great and acts as a fire barrier.

Fire-Smart Plant Selection

Not all greenery is created equal. Some plants catch fire easily, while others are naturally fire-resistant due to their moisture content and structure. We help you choose low-flammability, drought-tolerant species such as:

  • Agave

  • Lavender

  • Red Monkeyflower

  • Yarrow

  • California Lilac

We also avoid resinous, oily, or dry-leaved shrubs that can become fuel in high-heat conditions.

Defensible Space Zones That Matter

A major component of fire landscaping is creating defensible space—zones around your property that slow down or stop wildfire spread. We help you establish and maintain these zones with the right plant layout, spacing, and ground treatments that meet state and local fire safety codes.