COUNTY News:
The community is invited to join Fire Adapted New Mexico Learning Network’s (FACNM) and Angela Prada, noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, for an informative webinar on fire-resistant plants and commonly found species in New Mexico.
Reducing the wildfire risk around a home doesn’t have to mean removing all vegetation. With the right landscaping strategies, New Mexico residents can help protect their homes while still enjoying beautiful outdoor spaces.
In this webinar, Prada from New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service will explore:
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Key traits of fire-resistant plants and recommended species for New Mexico;
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Strategic planting tips—like proper spacing and reducing density of flammable vegetation; and
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Year-round maintenance practices to reduce wildfire risk.
Also, learn more about effective landscaping techniques to help reduce wildfire risk and protect residents’ property.
Register for this webinar here.
