Zone 0 refers to the first five feet surrounding your home and is considered the most critical area for fire safety. In San Diego and across California, creating a non-combustible zone using materials like gravel, pavers, and minimal vegetation can help reduce the risk of fire spreading to your home. Implementing Zone 0 landscaping helps reduce wildfire risk by minimizing combustible materials near your home while supporting defensible space best practices and local fire safety recommendations.

Fire-resistant landscaping focuses on using low-flammability plants, proper spacing, and non-combustible materials. In San Diego, this often includes drought-tolerant plants, well-irrigated greenery, and hardscape elements like stone, gravel, and concrete. Combining fire-resistant plant selection with non-combustible hardscape materials and proper landscape spacing helps improve wildfire resilience while supporting long-term landscape sustainability.

Maintaining defensible space is an ongoing process, especially in Southern California. Regular trimming, removal of dead vegetation, and seasonal cleanups are important to keep your property safe and well maintained. The ideal maintenance schedule depends on factors such as vegetation growth, seasonal weather conditions, property size, and local fire safety recommendations.