FIRESCAPE GARDEN

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The Firescape Garden is located in the foothills behind Santa Barbara.
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The garden uses the zone principle developed by landscape architect Robert Perry.
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Each zone has a specific role in slowing the progress of a wildfire before it reaches the home.
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Succulent plants like this Kleinia in Zone Two are reluctant to burn because of their high water content.
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These beautiful flowers belong to another succulent, Aloe.
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Firescaping uses a diverse array of plant types to create beautiful landscapes that can significantly reduce the risk of structure loss in a wildfire.
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Zone Three makes use of plants that are knee-high or lower to reduce fuel loads and flame lengths.
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There’s plenty of color and interest in a Firescape.
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Native plants like this hummingbird sage grow in Zones Three and Four.
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An informational kiosk displays tips and principles of firewise landscape practices.
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This colorful mix of perennials grows in Zone Two.
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Here’s Zone Two in a wide view.

 

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