Firewise Plants of Utah Landscapes
"Fire is an important part of many of Utah’s natural landscapes, including landscapes in fringe or interface areas near rapidly growing cities, towns, and recreational developments. But when people build homes in these areas, a minor fire that might have burned a few trees and shrubs in a natural area instead can become a major disaster. Throughout Utah wildland/urban interface fires are becoming more of a problem as people choose to live in previously undeveloped areas on the edges of cities, areas with trees, shrubs, and grasses that often are very flammable."
This 4-page factsheet describes the need for firewise landscaping, characteristics of fire resistant plants, and a list of suggested firewise plants for the Utah landscape. 8.5" x 11"
M. Kuhns
June 1998
NR/FF/002
Pamphlet/Flyer/Factsheet
Planning, Selection (tree), Safety Issues
Utah
Fire tolerant species, Maintenance
MW: F-PAMP-UT-98-001
MWCU&CF