Introduction
Chapter 1: Fire
- The Hot States
- Humans: The Fire Species
- Fire Management
Chapter 2: Knowing the Terrain
- The Three Types of Landscapes
- Protecting Your Community
Chapter 3: Determining the Risk of Fire
- What's Your Risk Level?
- Environmental Risk Factors
- Characteristics of a Hazardous Community
Chapter 4: A Model for Home Protection
- Firescaping's Zone Theory
- Characteristics of a Fire-Protected Property
Chapter 5: Designing for Fire and Safety
- General Design Principles
- Designs for Special Situations
- Landscape Features: Design and Construction Materials
Chapter 6: Removing Plants and Reclaiming Landscapes
- Plant Life Expectancy
- General Guidelines for Removal and Reclamation
- Removal Methods
Chapter 7: Plants and Fire Prevention
- Selecting Plants for Hills
- Recommended Plants by Zone
Chapter 8: The Role of Water in a Firescaped Garden
- Maintenance Water
- Emergency Water
Chapter 9: Maintaining a Firescaped Garden
- Maintenance Priorities
- Monthly Checklist
- Pruning
Chapter 10: Controlling Erosion After a Fire
- Erosion Test
- Fire First Aid
Further Information
What to Do During a Fire
Glossary
Helpful Websites
References and Selected Readings
Index
Plant Index
