Planting the right plants around you house can be extremely important for wildfire safety.  The Colorado State University and CSU Extension have created the fact sheet below on the best low-flammable plants and recommendations for defensible space. Click here to download a PDF version of this factsheet

Native Plants of New Mexico

According to New Mexico State University, “Weeds have been documented to cause displacement of native plants and animals, increased fire danger, increased soil erosion, increased flood severity, increased soil salinity, and decreased water quality.”  Learn more about Noxious Weeds in New Mexico as you consider your landscaping plans.