Firescaping
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Firescaping
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Author : Douglas Kent
language : en
Publisher: Wilderness Press
Release Date : 2019-10-08
Firescaping written by Douglas Kent and has been published by Wilderness Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-10-08 with Gardening categories.
Your guide to beautiful, fire-resistant landscaping techniques Tens of thousands of wildfires burn across the country every year, destroying millions of acres of land. If you live in fire country, take action. Use firescaping to defend your home against wildfires—while maintaining the beauty of your garden. This unique form of landscaping design keeps your property healthy, clean, and clear. Horticultural expert Douglas Kent shares secrets, tricks, and simple instructions in the new edition of this practical, hands-on guide, recommended by AAA Homeowners Insurance. Find out which landscapes have a high fire risk and why. Get tips on landscaping and maintenance—such as effective watering and brush-clearing techniques—that reduce a property’s fire risk. Learn which plants and building materials are best for reducing damage. Discover how to make your home accessible to firefighters in the event of a wildfire. Homeowners, landscaping professionals, and community fire prevention officials will find Firescaping invaluable. If you live in an area at risk, this book can help to prepare you and give you peace of mind.
Firescaping
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Author : Douglas K. Kent
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2005
Firescaping written by Douglas K. Kent and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Firescaping categories.
This practical, hands-on guide gives simple, achievable strategies for those who want to reduce their garden's fire hazard, while promoting its long-term health and function. This book describes what types of properties and landscapes are higher-risk, how to make a home more accessible to fire-fighters, and what to do to minimize the chances that a home will be damaged or destroyed by a wildfire. It covers fire-safe fencing and roofing materials, has tips on using water efficiently, gives best methods of effective vegetation removal, and provides versatile and comprehensive plant lists and maintenance calendars useful for those living in California's diverse climate zones. Endorsed by AAA Homeowners Insurance.
Firescaping Your Home
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Author : Adrienne Edwards
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2023-06-20
Firescaping Your Home written by Adrienne Edwards and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-06-20 with Gardening categories.
This hardworking, actionable guide is a must-have for homeowners looking to fight the risks of wildfire spreading to their homes and property. Wildfires are burning over longer seasons and more intensely than ever before, and everyone living in a wildland-urban interface or wildland-adjacent area should take precautionary steps to mitigate the risk of property damage. In Firescaping Your Home, Adrienne Edwards and Rachel Schleiger provide expert guidance and specific recommendations on how to harden your home against fire and create defensible space that is lush and attractive. They also provide in-depth native plant lists of hundreds of species that have evolved to coexist with fire in the West, and show how and why including these on your property sustains wildlife and can actually be your most powerful defense.
Living With Fire
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2002
Living With Fire written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with Dwellings categories.
Landscaping For Dummies
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Author : Teri Chace
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2022-03-09
Landscaping For Dummies written by Teri Chace and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-03-09 with Gardening categories.
Create an eye-catching outdoor oasis with this no-nonsense guide to landscaping As families spend more time at home, they're expanding their living space to their yards, decks, and patios. When you're ready to upgrade the look of your landscape, Landscaping For Dummies offers advice on installing fences and walkways, choosing hardy plants and trees, and enhancing natural habitats for the critters and creatures lurking in your neighborhood. You'll find out how to make your backyard a relaxing retreat space and discover the enjoyment and satisfaction that comes from working in your yard. Landscaping For Dummies includes: Lists of recommended plants and varieties, including the best ones for privacy plantings, low-maintenance groundcovers, and small gardens Advice on how to deal with special landscaping concerns, including fire-prone areas, bee and butterfly gardens, and drought-tolerant and native landscapes Instructions on installing permanent features like decks, patios, fences, and more Pointers on how to water more efficiently, including the latest tools and technologies that can save you time With a little bit of planning and some digging, trimming, or planting, you'll be set to enjoy your yard whenever the mood strikes. Let Landscaping For Dummies be your guide to making the most of your outdoor space.
Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards
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Author : Leonard J. Hopper
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2006-10-13
Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards written by Leonard J. Hopper and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-10-13 with Architecture categories.
Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards is an entirely new, definitive reference work for everyone involved with landscape architecture, design, and construction. Based on the 70-year success of Architectural Graphic Standards, this new book is destined to become the "bible" for the landscape field. Edited by an educator and former president of the American Society of Landscape Architects, it provides immediate access to rules-of-thumb and standards used throughout the planning, design, construction and management of landscapes. View sample pages from Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards.
Living With Wildfire
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Author : Maureen Gilmer
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2019-12-24
Living With Wildfire written by Maureen Gilmer and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-12-24 with Gardening categories.
In Living with Wildfire (first published as The Wildfire Survival Guide), gardening expert Maureen Gilmer shares proven ways to save your home, property, and life with wildfire-resistant landscaping and fire-prevention techniques. Discover how to create bands of protection by choosing fire-resistant plants, manage native vegetation, prevent erosion and mudslides, and learn about: Wildfire dynamics and safeguarding your home against them Water storage and delivery in any emergency Creating a defensible space for you and firefighters Included is updated information on insuring your property, selecting your home site, packing an emergency kit, and getting public and private assistance. With easy-to-follow diagrams, instructional photographs, and landscaping plans, you’ll have all the resources necessary to get through fire season and keep your home standing.
California Wildfire Landscaping
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Author : Maureen Gilmer
language : en
Publisher: Taylor Publishing Company (TX)
Release Date : 1994
California Wildfire Landscaping written by Maureen Gilmer and has been published by Taylor Publishing Company (TX) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with Firescaping categories.
How to create bands of protection with plants, managing native vegetation, getting help from public and private resources and how to comply with the high fire zones law.
Ecological Restoration Wildfire Ecology Reference Manual
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Author : Doug Knowling
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2016-10-10
Ecological Restoration Wildfire Ecology Reference Manual written by Doug Knowling and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-10-10 with Reference categories.
Fire ecology is a scientific discipline concerned with natural processes involving fire in an ecosystem and the ecological effects, the interactions between fire and the abiotic and biotic components of an ecosystem, and the role of fire as an ecosystem process.
Meadowlark Herald Volume 3 Issue 3
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Author :
language : un
Publisher: Meadowlark Herald
Release Date :
Meadowlark Herald Volume 3 Issue 3 written by and has been published by Meadowlark Herald this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with categories.