Firefox | May 12, 2009
In the wake of the Jesusita Fire in Santa Barbara, CalFire officials and the USFS are ramping up their preparedness for the 2009 wildfire season. The fire in the hills above that city spread quickly due to firebrands sent aloft by the winds.
These flying embers create “spotting” where new fires erupt ahead of the [...]
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Firefox | April 27, 2009
I am often asked what makes a plant “fire safe”?
Is it a succulent? What can I plant to help protect my home?
There is an easy answer: forget the plant lists and think about how a fire safe plant grows and what it contributes to your overall sustainable garden.
Here a few examples we will explore today: [...]
Category: fires and fire safety, organics and sustainability |
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Tags: apples, organic gardening. fire safety, sustainable gardens