There are several other factors that influence the fire-resistant characteristics of plants, including leaf moisture content, presence of dead material, and chemical content of the sap. These plants can be damaged or even killed by fire, however, their foliage and stems do not significantly contribute to the fuel and, therefore, the fire's intensity. Fire-Resistant Plantsįire-resistant plants are those that do not readily ignite from a flame or other ignition sources.
Examples of fire-resistant landscaping can be viewed at the Grants Pass Firewise Garden located at the Hillcrest Public Safety Center at 199 NW Hillcrest Dr. One way to do this is to create a defensible space around the home by reducing wildfire fuels, and using fire-resistant plant material in the landscape. Homeowners must take special precautions to protect their lives, homes, and property. In Southwest Oregon, fires are a natural part of the changing landscape.
