Marin Master Gardener Tips Plan Your Fire-smart Landscape March 2023

• Remove invasive plants such as ivy, broom, and pampas grass that spread quickly, cause harm to the environment, add considerable fuel for fire and use precious water.
• Unfortunately, excessive clearing can create a vulnerable entry point for the plants we do not want.
• Pull weeds and invasive plants before they go to seed to keep them from spreading.
• Replace with California natives, pollinator or low water use plants keeping drought tolerance and biodiversity in mind.
• For persistent invasive plants, consider sheet mulching to help with weed suppression. Additional information on appropriate mulches and use can be found following the link below.

For More Fire-Smart Landscaping Information:

Visit the U.C. MARIN MASTER GARDENER website: www.ucanr.edu/ucmarinmgfiresmart