Choosing plants to grow close to homes in fire-prone areas should be a process that takes flammability into account. Many Australian plants are adapted to being burnt as part of their reproductive strategies, and these plants, such as Eucalypts and Banksias, should not be planted close to houses in fire areas.
The list of fire-resistant and fire-retardant plants given below has been developed from various sources, including the NRM South plants lists for southern Tasmanian municipalities. The Tasmanian Fire Service also has a list of native and exotic plants to use. Other sources include information from the Australian Plants Society in NSW and Victoria. When planning your garden it is recommended that you read these information sheets to get more ideas. If you have any comments do not hesitate to contact the nursery.
A suggestion from Neil Marriott: When fire restrictions permit burning off, throw a small sample of foliage from each one onto a fire and see how much it flares up. Consider removing plants with foliage that flares fiercely.
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