The Woolsey Fire, California. US Forest Service photo courtesy of Peter Buschmann

HEAT, DROUGHT and CLIMATE CHANGE
Rebecca Latta and her team serve as trusted advisors to owners of trees and landscapes stressed by heat, drought, fire and the effects of climate change. Her team reviews properties to determine strategies to protect trees and plants by planning and modifying the landscaped environment. Property owners learn how to encourage landscapes to heal by such techniques as post-fire seeding, allowing damaged plants to sprout from the base, and selecting alternative heat- and drought-tolerant varieties. Rebecca’s team can assist with resource information about landscape restoration and planting new sustainable gardens that are better suited to the coming changes in the climate.

FIRE DAMAGE
If you have fire-damaged trees or landscaping, our professional evaluation provides you with guidance to transition your garden to health. Rebecca and her crew survey and assess trees and landscapes, and work with local government agencies to coordinate any permits required to remove or restore damaged trees and vegetation. Our assessment can determine if fire damaged trees should remain or be removed. Fire damaged trees can provide value to wildlife, serving as as roosts for birds and homes for animals. Downed trees and burned plants also decompose, enriching the soil to allow new trees and plants to thrive.