{"id":135938,"date":"2025-07-08T00:17:54","date_gmt":"2025-07-08T03:17:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=135938"},"modified":"2025-07-08T10:36:26","modified_gmt":"2025-07-08T13:36:26","slug":"fire-resistant-landscaping-plants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/fire-resistant-landscaping-plants\/","title":{"rendered":"Fire-Resistant Landscaping Plants"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Creating defensible space around your home doesn\u2019t need to be boring. The following trees, shrubs, ground covers, and flowers are among the best options for fire-resistant landscaping due to their high moisture content and low flammability.<\/p>    <p>Living in a desert climate that experiences wildfires, many of these fire-resistant landscaping plants are staples in my yard, partly because they&#8217;re fire wise, but also because they are typically low-maintenance, drought resistant, and grow in poor soil conditions.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-d64b76be-a3f6-4356-a9f9-989fddd85d7a\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\"><strong>In this article:<\/strong><\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/fire-resistant-landscaping-plants\/#0-fire-resistant-trees\" style=\"\">Fire-Resistant Trees<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/fire-resistant-landscaping-plants\/#6-fire-resistant-shrubs\" style=\"\">Fire-Resistant Shrubs<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/fire-resistant-landscaping-plants\/#12-fire-resistant-ground-covers\" style=\"\">Fire-Resistant Ground Covers<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/fire-resistant-landscaping-plants\/#16-fire-resistant-flowers\" style=\"\">Fire-Resistant Flowers<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/fire-resistant-landscaping-plants\/#22-faq-about-fire-resistant-landscaping-plants\" style=\"\">FAQ About Fire-Resistant Landscaping Plants<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-fire-resistant-trees\">Fire-Resistant Trees<\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-cottonwood-\">Cottonwood&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/cottonwood.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"Close up shot of eastern cottonwood  \" class=\"wp-image-136080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/cottonwood.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/cottonwood-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/cottonwood-656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/cottonwood-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/cottonwood-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/close-up-shot-of-eastern-cottonwood\/474414883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kit Leong<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>2 through 9<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>65 to 100 feet<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>75 to 100 feet<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>April to May<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>Reddish catkins on male trees; yellow-green catkins on female trees<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Grows in most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/soil-types-guide\/\">soil types<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-soil-ph-affects-lawn-health\/\">pH values<\/a>; tolerant of drought and air pollution<\/p>    <p>Cottonwoods (<em>Populus deltoides<\/em>) are massive hardwoods with distinctive triangular leaves that rustle in the wind. They offer spectacular golden fall color and provide excellent shade. Their fire resistance comes from their thick, fleshy leaves and non-resinous bark, which starts smooth and pale gray-green, maturing to deeply grooved and ash-colored on established trees.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-poplar-\">Poplar&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Populus-alba.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"Green lobed leaves of the white poplar tree, with silvery undersides visible, growing on branches that hang over a shaded area.\" class=\"wp-image-135953\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Populus-alba.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Populus-alba-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Populus-alba-656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Populus-alba-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Populus-alba-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/plant_diversity\/5002311977\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Matt Lavin<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>3 through 9<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>50 to 160-165 feet<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>30 to 60 feet<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>Springtime before leaves open<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>Yellow, white, or red catkins<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Prefer temperate climates with mild winters and moderate summers; need fertile, moist soil<\/p>    <p>Poplar trees (<em>Populus alba<\/em>) are fast-growing deciduous trees with columnar growth that&#8217;s become popular in gardens throughout the United States. Noted for their long branches that quake with the wind, the branches grow more parallel to the main trunk, creating a tall, slender silhouette that helps reduce fire intensity, making them fire safe.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-chokecherry-\">Chokecherry&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"609\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Prunus-virginiana-1.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"White flowering clusters of chokecherry blooming on a leafy green branch, with unopened buds and fresh spring foliage.\" class=\"wp-image-135954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Prunus-virginiana-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Prunus-virginiana-1-300x228.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Prunus-virginiana-1-656x499.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Prunus-virginiana-1-150x114.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Prunus-virginiana-1-768x585.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Prunus_virginiana_flowers.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nadiatalent<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Public_domain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Public Domain<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>2 through 7<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>20 to 30 feet<br><strong>Mature Width:<\/strong> 10 to 20 feet<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>April to July<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>Creamy white<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Grows in a variety of soil types, but prefers moist conditions<\/p>    <p>Chokecherry trees (<em>Prunus virginiana<\/em>) are small, hardy, and native to North America. An extremely cold-hardy, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/best-drought-tolerant-trees\/\">drought-tolerant tree<\/a>, they provide valuable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/turn-your-yard-certified-wildlife-habitat\/\">wildlife habitat<\/a> and food while serving as excellent windbreaks and erosion control plants. Their high moisture content offers excellent fire resistance in wildfire areas.<\/p>    <p>They produce fragrant, creamy-white flower clusters in spring, followed by dark red to purple-black astringent fruit used for jams and jellies.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Maintaining <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-create-fire-resistant-landscaping\/#7-follow-fire-resistant-landscaping-design-principles\">proper spacing between trees and shrubs<\/a> is key to creating defensible space. If you need help with <em>light tree trimming<\/em>, let a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/tree-care\">LawnStarter tree care pro<\/a> take care of this chore for you. Our customers pay an average of <strong>$238 for small tree trimming jobs.<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-common-hackberry\">Common Hackberry<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Celtis_occidentalis_berry_Odessa_Ukraine.jpg\" alt=\"Celtis occidentalis\" class=\"wp-image-68345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Celtis_occidentalis_berry_Odessa_Ukraine.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Celtis_occidentalis_berry_Odessa_Ukraine-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Celtis_occidentalis_berry_Odessa_Ukraine-646x485.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Celtis_occidentalis_berry_Odessa_Ukraine-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Celtis_occidentalis_berry_Odessa_Ukraine-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Celtis_occidentalis_berry,_Odessa,_Ukraine.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Celtis_occidentalis_berry,_Odessa,_Ukraine.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yuriy Kvach<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>2 through 9<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>40 to 60 feet<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>25 to 45 feet<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>April to May<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>Inconspicuous<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Highly adaptable to all soil types and pH values; very drought resistant<\/p>    <p>Hackberry trees (<em>Celtis occidentalis<\/em>) are native deciduous trees with cork-like bark that provides natural insulation against fire damage. Once established, they&#8217;re tolerant of wind, drought, road salt, and pollution.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Serving as host plants for the Tawny Emperor and other butterflies, these fast-growing trees are valuable for wildlife habitat. They produce small, dark purple drupes that persist through winter, providing a valuable food source.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/best-wind-resistant-trees\/\">16 Best Wind-Resistant Trees<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/fast-growing-shade-trees\/\">13 Fast-Growing Shade Trees for Your Yard<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-red-maple-\">Red Maple&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Red-Maple-Acer-Rubrum.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of the red maple tree\" class=\"wp-image-111346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Red-Maple-Acer-Rubrum.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Red-Maple-Acer-Rubrum-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Red-Maple-Acer-Rubrum-646x485.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Red-Maple-Acer-Rubrum-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Red-Maple-Acer-Rubrum-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit:  <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/de\/photos\/ahornbl%C3%A4tter-herbst-bl%C3%A4tter-laub-2789234\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>3 through 9<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>40 to 70 feet<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>30 to 40 feet<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>March to April<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>Bright red<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Tolerates a range of soil types and pH values, but prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soils<\/p>    <p>Red maple trees (<em>Acer rubrum<\/em>) offer fire resistance through their high moisture content and deciduous nature, reducing dry fuel accumulation. These fast-growing natives have lobed leaves that are green above and pale underneath. Highly adaptable to diverse soils and urban conditions, they&#8217;re popular with homeowners for their low-maintenance needs and reliable red fall color.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/signs-acidic-soil-in-lawn\/\">5 Signs of Acidic Soil in Your Lawn (Low pH)<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-fire-resistant-shrubs\">Fire-Resistant Shrubs<\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-lilac-\">Lilac&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"610\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lilac.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A profusion of blooming lilac flowers in shades of pink and light purple on leafy green shrubs, creating a lush and fragrant scene near a house wall.\" class=\"wp-image-135942\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lilac.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lilac-300x229.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lilac-656x500.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lilac-150x114.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lilac-768x586.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/author\/amanda-shiffler\/\">Amanda Shiffler<\/a> \/ LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>2 through 8<br><strong>Mature Height:<\/strong> 8 to 15 feet<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>6 to 12 feet<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>May to June<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>Shades of purple, but also white, pink, and yellow<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Prefer moist but well-drained, slightly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/signs-alkaline-soil-in-lawn\/\">alkaline soil<\/a><\/p>    <p>Lilacs (<em>Syringa vulgaris<\/em>) are firewise with their high moisture content and thick leaves that reduce ignition risk. These hardy plants produce sweetly fragrant clusters of purple to white flowers in late spring, requiring cold exposure for blooming. Thriving in cooler climates but struggling in hot, humid areas, lilacs can survive 100+ years while attracting butterflies to gardens.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>As with trees, it\u2019s important to keep your shrubs well trimmed in wildfire-prone areas. Let a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/landscaping\/bush-trimming\">LawnStarter bush trimming pro<\/a> trim your shrubs to protect your home. Our customers pay an average of <strong>$88 for light bush trimming<\/strong> around their property.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p><strong>See Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/lilac-bush-pruning-tips\/\">How to Prune Lilac Bushes Like a Pro<\/a><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-buffaloberry-\">Buffaloberry&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Buffaloberry-1.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A cluster of bright red buffaloberries growing on a shrub with narrow, gray-green leaves, set against a sunny sky background.\" class=\"wp-image-135955\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Buffaloberry-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Buffaloberry-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Buffaloberry-1-656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Buffaloberry-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Buffaloberry-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Shepherdia_argentea_%E2%80%94_Matt_Lavin_010.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Matt Lavin<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>3 through 9<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>8 to 14 feet<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>Up to 12 feet<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>Early spring<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>Inconspicuous yellow<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Tolerates poor soil, tends to grow along waterways in the Midwest, and drier, gravelly spots in the West<\/p>    <p>Buffaloberry (<em>Shepherdia<\/em> spp.) is a hardy, nitrogen-fixing (although non-leguminous) deciduous shrub known for its excellent drought and cold hardiness. Plants have thorny stems and thick, silvery-scaled leaves (that help reduce ignition potential). In the fall, they develop bright red, edible berries. They thrive in poor, dry soils but also grow well in moist areas.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-cotoneaster-\">Cotoneaster&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cotoneasters-1.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A dense mat of cotoneaster with small, glossy dark green leaves and clusters of tiny white flowers spread across the shrub.\" class=\"wp-image-135956\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cotoneasters-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cotoneasters-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cotoneasters-1-656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cotoneasters-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cotoneasters-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Cotoneaster_%27Ursyn%C3%B3w%27_Irga_2019-05-24_01.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Agnieszka Kwiecie\u0144, Nova<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>4 through 8<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>Up to 10 feet<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>2 to 3 times its height<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>Late spring to early summer<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>White and pink<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Adapts to any well-drained soil<\/p>    <p>Cotoneasters (<em>Cotoneaster<\/em> spp.) are hardy, fire-resistant shrubs characterized by their thick, moisture-retaining leaves and low, spreading growth habit, which reduces flame height. Ranging from 10-inch ground covers to tall hedges, these resilient plants produce small white or pink spring flowers followed by bright red or orange winter berries.\u00a0<\/p>    <p>They easily tolerate drought, winds, salt spray, poor soils, and variable pH conditions.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-oceanspray-\">Oceanspray&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"725\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Holodiscus_discolor_3007-1.jpg\" alt=\"Beautiful white color flowers of creambush oceanspray\" class=\"wp-image-93236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Holodiscus_discolor_3007-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Holodiscus_discolor_3007-1-300x272.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Holodiscus_discolor_3007-1-646x585.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Holodiscus_discolor_3007-1-150x136.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Holodiscus_discolor_3007-1-768x696.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Holodiscus_discolor_3007.JPG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Walter Siegmund(talk)<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>4 through 9<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>6 to 10 feet<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>6 to 10 feet<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>Late spring to late summer<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>Creamy white<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Adaptable to a range of soil types, pH values, and moisture conditions<\/p>    <p>Oceanspray (<em>Holodiscus discolor<\/em>) is a fire-resistant shrub with high leaf moisture content and graceful, arching branches bearing deeply lobed, serrated green foliage. Native to Western North America, it displays spectacular 12-inch plumes of creamy-white flowers from late spring through summer.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Remarkably adaptable to various soils and moisture conditions, oceanspray attracts bees, hummingbirds, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/beneficial-insects-lawn-garden\/\">beneficial insects<\/a> while providing excellent erosion control.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-create-pollinator-lawn\/\">How to Create a Pollinator Lawn<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/gardening-2\/how-to-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-garden\/\">How to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Garden<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-attract-birds-to-your-yard\/\">How to Attract Birds to Your Yard<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-viburnum-\">Viburnum&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/800px-Viburnum_Eskimo_J1-1.jpeg\" alt=\"A beautiful white-colored viburnum (also known as arrowwood). 'Eskimo' cultivar.\" class=\"wp-image-95222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/800px-Viburnum_Eskimo_J1-1.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/800px-Viburnum_Eskimo_J1-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/800px-Viburnum_Eskimo_J1-1-646x485.jpeg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/800px-Viburnum_Eskimo_J1-1-150x113.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/800px-Viburnum_Eskimo_J1-1-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Viburnum_%27Eskimo%27_J1.JPG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jamain<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>2 through 9<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>Up to 30 feet<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>Up to 12 feet<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>April to May<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>White<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soil, but adapts to many soil types<\/p>    <p>With approximately 150 species, viburnums (<em>Viburnum<\/em> spp.) are considered fire-resistant due to their high leaf moisture content and growth that stays low to the ground. These popular flowering shrubs display rich clusters of spring blooms, complemented by bright green foliage. As the season progresses, bright red berries appear, giving way to stunning color changes in the fall.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Once established, these low-maintenance shrubs resist pests and diseases.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-fire-resistant-ground-covers\">Fire-Resistant Ground Covers<\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-woolly-thyme-\">Woolly Thyme&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Thymus-pseudolanuginosus-1.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A close-up of woolly thyme ground cover showing dense, tiny, fuzzy green leaves growing low to the ground.\" class=\"wp-image-135957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Thymus-pseudolanuginosus-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Thymus-pseudolanuginosus-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Thymus-pseudolanuginosus-1-656x437.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Thymus-pseudolanuginosus-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Thymus-pseudolanuginosus-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Thymus_pseudolanuginosus_1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stan Shebs<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>4 through 7<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>12 inches<br><strong>Mature Width:<\/strong> 18 inches<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>Summer<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>Pale pink<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>All types of well-draining soil<\/p>    <p>Woolly thyme (<em>Thymus pseudolanuginosus<\/em>) is a fire-resistant ground cover that creates dense growth that smothers the soil, preventing more flammable weeds from taking root. This low-growing mat features tiny, fuzzy gray-green foliage with pale pink summer flowers.\u00a0<\/p>    <p>Popular with homeowners for its drought tolerance and minimal maintenance, it provides an attractive, soft carpet.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/best-drought-tolerant-ground-covers\/\">Best Drought-Tolerant Ground Covers<\/a><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-creeping-phlox-\">Creeping Phlox&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"531\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/phlox_flowers_creeping_phlox_pink_nature_plant_garden_flora-645749-1.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A creeping phlox in a lawn\" class=\"wp-image-65956\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/phlox_flowers_creeping_phlox_pink_nature_plant_garden_flora-645749-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/phlox_flowers_creeping_phlox_pink_nature_plant_garden_flora-645749-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/phlox_flowers_creeping_phlox_pink_nature_plant_garden_flora-645749-1-646x429.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/phlox_flowers_creeping_phlox_pink_nature_plant_garden_flora-645749-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/phlox_flowers_creeping_phlox_pink_nature_plant_garden_flora-645749-1-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/pxhere.com\/en\/photo\/645749\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pxhere<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>3 through 9<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>6 inches<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>2 feet<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>Mid to late spring<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>Pink to purple, to blue<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Slightly acidic, well-drained soil, rich in organic matter<\/p>    <p>Creeping phlox (<em>Phlox stolonifera<\/em>) is a ground-hugging variety that is smothered in spring by cheery flowers, leaving behind an attractive mat of needle-like, linear leaves. This low-growing perennial creates a dense ground cover that stays close to the soil, reducing flame height and fuel continuity. It is popular for its vibrant spring blooms and minimal maintenance requirements.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-hens-and-chicks-\">Hens and Chicks&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Hens-and-Chicks-.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A wooden raised garden bed containing a cluster of succulent plants known as hens and chicks, with green and reddish-purple rosettes growing closely together in soil.\" class=\"wp-image-135943\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Hens-and-Chicks-.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Hens-and-Chicks--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Hens-and-Chicks--656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Hens-and-Chicks--150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Hens-and-Chicks--768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/author\/amanda-shiffler\/\">Amanda Shiffler<\/a> \/ LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>3 through 8<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>4 to 6 inches<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>Clumps 24 to 36 inches<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>Summer<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>White, yellow, or pale pink<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Well-draining, gritty soil<\/p>    <p>Hens and chicks (<em>Sempervivum tectorum<\/em>) are popular succulents with thick, fleshy leaves forming symmetrical rosettes in shades of green, pink, blue, grey, purple, orange, burgundy, and bicolors. These low-growing plants store water in their leaves, making them less likely to ignite. Drought-tolerant and easy-to-care-for, they create attractive ground cover while enhancing fire safety in defensible landscaping.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-fire-resistant-flowers\">Fire-Resistant Flowers<\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-daylily-\">Daylily&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Daylily-.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A garden bed filled with vibrant orange daylilies in full bloom, surrounded by long, arching green leaves, with a wooden fence and lush greenery in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-135945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Daylily-.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Daylily--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Daylily--656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Daylily--150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Daylily--768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/author\/amanda-shiffler\/\">Amanda Shiffler<\/a> \/ LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>3 through 9<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>3 feet<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>1 to 3 feet<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>June to July<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>Nearly every hue but white and blue<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Prefers well-draining, fertile soil, but adapts to many conditions<\/p>    <p>Daylilies (<em>Hemerocallis<\/em> spp.) are fantastic perennials with an abundance of thick, moisture-retaining foliage that reduces ignition risk in defensible landscaping. Popular with homeowners for their reliability and low maintenance, these hardy plants produce trumpet-shaped blooms in vibrant colors from spring through fall. Each flower lasts one day, but abundant buds ensure continual blooming. They thrive in diverse conditions with minimal care requirements.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-yarrow-\">Yarrow&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Yarrow-.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A patch of common yarrow plants featuring clusters of small pink and white flowers atop feathery green foliage, with a garden label identifying the plant as \u201cCommon Yarrow (Achillea millefolium).\u201d\" class=\"wp-image-135946\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Yarrow-.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Yarrow--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Yarrow--656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Yarrow--150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Yarrow--768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/author\/sarah-fraticelli\/\">Sarah Bahr<\/a> \/ LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>3 through 9<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>2 to 4 feet<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>1 to 2 feet<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>April to October<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>White, pink, red, orange, yellow<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Average to poor, well-draining soil<\/p>    <p>Yarrow (<em>Achillea millefolium<\/em>) is another fantastic fire-resistant perennial with a lower growth habit and high moisture content in its feathery foliage. Popular with homeowners for extreme drought tolerance and virtually no maintenance requirements, these hardy plants produce flat-topped flower clusters in white, yellow, pink, and red from late spring through fall while attracting beneficial pollinators.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"19-sedum-\">Sedum&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sedum.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"closeup view of yellow colored flowers of Sedum plant\" class=\"wp-image-135086\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sedum.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sedum-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sedum-656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sedum-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sedum-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/davina_ware\/2767719584\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Davina Ware<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>3 through 9<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>Up to 24 inches, depending on variety<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>Up to 3 feet, depending on variety<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>Early summer into fall<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>White, yellow, pink, and red<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Loamy, sandy, or gravelly soil with good drainage<\/p>    <p>Sedums (<em>Sedum<\/em> spp.) are go-to fire-resistant plants with thick, water-storing leaves that resist ignition and low growth habits that reduce fuel continuity. Popular with homeowners for their drought tolerance and zero-maintenance care, these hardy succulents come in hundreds of varieties ranging from creeping ground covers to upright border plants. They produce star-shaped flowers in various colors and thrive in poor soils.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"20-iris-\">Iris&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Louisiana-Iris.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of the purple Louisiana iris flower\" class=\"wp-image-112660\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Louisiana-Iris.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Louisiana-Iris-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Louisiana-Iris-646x485.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Louisiana-Iris-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Louisiana-Iris-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/jaxstrong\/12910832374\/in\/photolist-2iKo3BD-kEToEb-23tTxDC-259Gwfu-rD27Me-rD7C5M\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JacksonvilleDistrict<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>3 through 9<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>2 to 4 feet<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>Up to 18 inches<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>Late spring to early summer<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>All colors except blue<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Well-draining, fertile, neutral to slightly acidic soil<\/p>    <p>Irises (<em>Iris<\/em> spp.) are fire-resistant perennials with thick, moisture-retaining, sword-like foliage that reduces ignition risk. Popular with homeowners for their reliability and stunning diversity, these hardy plants offer hundreds of varieties in every color except true blue. Producing elegant flowers from late spring through early summer, they thrive with minimal care while providing vertical structure and seasonal interest.<\/p>    <p>To create the most striking interest, plant a few varieties that have different bloom times, to create a longer window of color.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"21-lavender-\">Lavender&nbsp;<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lavender.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A densely growing lavender bush with tall, slender green stems and small purple flower spikes, bordered by a wooden planter and other green foliage.\" class=\"wp-image-135947\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lavender.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lavender-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lavender-656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lavender-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lavender-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/author\/amanda-shiffler\/\">Amanda Shiffler<\/a> \/ LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><strong>USDA Growing Zones: <\/strong>5 through 9<br><strong>Mature Height: <\/strong>2 to 3 feet<br><strong>Mature Width: <\/strong>Up to 18 inches<br><strong>Bloom Time: <\/strong>June to August<br><strong>Flower Color: <\/strong>White, pink, blue-violet, and purple<br><strong>Growing Conditions: <\/strong>Well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils; tolerates low fertility<\/p>    <p>Known for its aromatic foliage, lavender (<em>Lavandula<\/em> spp.) makes a striking addition to fire-safe landscapes with a compact, low-growing habit that helps reduce fuel loads. Popular with homeowners for drought-tolerance and fragrant purple, pink, and white flower spikes, these Mediterranean natives bloom throughout the summer. They require minimal maintenance and help attract pollinators.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/best-pollinator-garden-plants\/\">Top 10 Native Plants for Your Pollinator Garden<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"22-faq-about-fire-resistant-landscaping-plants\">FAQ About Fire-Resistant Landscaping Plants<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751416448463\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are any Plants Completely Fireproof?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, not even fire-resistant plants are completely fireproof. By definition, fire-resistant plants do not readily ignite during fire conditions. But when properly maintained, if they ignite, they won\u2019t add to a wildfire\u2019s intensity or encourage it to spread. But they may still be severely damaged or even killed.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751416454206\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How Close to my House Can I Plant Fire-Resistant Plants?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">When <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-create-fire-resistant-landscaping\/\">creating fire-resistant landscaping<\/a>, it\u2019s best to avoid planting anything in Zone 0, especially if you live in a fire-prone area. If possible, plant fire-resistant plants in Zone 1, the \u201cLean, Clean, and Green Zone,\u201d 5-30 feet away from structures.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751416463389\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How Far Apart Should I Space Fire-Resistant Plants?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Space groupings at least 10 feet apart, so there are natural fire breaks between them. A good rule of thumb is to space plants 1.5 to 3 times their mature height apart. Increase this distance if your house is on a slope.\u00a0<br\/><br\/>Check out our article to learn more about the proper <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-create-fire-resistant-landscaping\/#7-follow-fire-resistant-landscaping-design-principles\">spacing for plants<\/a> when creating defensible space around your home.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751416473838\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I Mix Fire-Resistant Plants with Regular Plants?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can mix them, but it requires strategic placement and careful management. Avoid clustering flammable plants together; instead, use fire-resistant ones as buffers. Make sure they are well-watered and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/what-is-pruning\/\">prune<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/glossary-of-common-landscaping-terms\/#:~:text=Deadheading,may%20be%20harmed.\">deadhead<\/a> regularly to minimize the accumulation of flammable material.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"23-transform-your-yard-with-professional-defensible-space-design\">Transform Your Yard with Professional Defensible Space Design<\/h2>    <p>Whether you\u2019re revamping your yard, or landscaping a new build, you don\u2019t have to tackle a firescaping project yourself. LawnStarter connects you with experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/landscaping\">local landscaping professionals<\/a> who specialize in defensible space design and fire-safe plant selection.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Get matched with pros today and transform your property into a stunning, fire-resistant sanctuary.<\/p>    <p><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/drought-tolerant-landscape-ideas\/\">7 Drought-Tolerant Landscaping Ideas<\/a><\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-82513f03-8948-41cb-9e84-9f6fa9b84cb8\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-82513f03-8948-41cb-9e84-9f6fa9b84cb8\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-82513f03-8948-41cb-9e84-9f6fa9b84cb8\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-82513f03-8948-41cb-9e84-9f6fa9b84cb8\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/extension.oregonstate.edu\/catalog\/pub\/pnw-590-fire-resistant-plants-home-landscapes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fire-Resistant Plants for Home Landscapes<\/a>.\u201d By Amy Jo Detweiler, Stephen Fitzgerald, Ariel Cowan, Neil Bell, and Thomas Stokely. Oregon State Extension Service.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.montana.edu\/extension\/broadwater\/blog-article.html?id=21440\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fire Resistant Landscaping<\/a>.\u201d By Allison Kosto, MSU Broadwater County Extension Agent. Montana State University.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/defensiblespace.org\/plants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Plants<\/a>.\u201d By Sustainable Defensible Space.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.firefree.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Fire-Resistant-Plants.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fire-Resistant Plants for Home Landscapes<\/a>.\u201d By Amy Jo Detweiler, Extension horticulture faculty, and Stephen Fitzgerald, Extension forestry faculty, Deschutes County. Oregon State University.<\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p>Main Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/47445767@N05\/54459485707\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">James St. John<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing fire-resistant landscaping plants is key in wildfire-prone areas. 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