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native ground cover #873614

Asked June 18, 2024, 1:09 PM EDT

I would like to replace a grass section of my front yard with some natives that also meet defensible space rules. What do you suggest?

Deschutes County Oregon

Expert Response

Hi Greg,
Thank you for your question about native ground cover that meets firewise defensible space guidelines. The following OSU Extension resources provide information that will address your question:
Firewise Landscaping Basics | OSU Extension Service (oregonstate.edu)

Fire-resistant Plants for Home Landscapes | OSU Extension Service (oregonstate.edu)

If you need additional information, I recommend you call the Deschutes County OSU Extension office in Redmond at<personal data hidden> and ask to speak with Amy Jo Detweiler (oregonstate.edu), our Community Horticulturist, or Ariel Cowan (oregonstate.edu), our Regional Fire Specialist.

Both welcome your home garden questions and are a great resource. They may have additional ideas for you.

Thanks for the information.

On Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 08:32:40 AM PDT, Ask Extension <<personal data hidden>> wrote:

The Question Asker Replied June 24, 2024, 5:49 PM EDT