The Garden began a prescribed burn program in 2023. Fire is a critical land management tool in Florida that encourages the growth of new plants, promotes seed distribution, and, critically, reduces accumulated plant matter that could fuel a wildfire. Safety precautions include the creation of firebreaks to contain the blaze to its designated area and the removal of vines and low-growing branches to keep the fire from climbing into the canopy. A certified burn manager, their team, and other regional conservation partners join our fire-certified staff in conducting this operation.
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Igniting a Flame
Director of Natural Resources Eric Foht explains how fire sparks nature’s renewal and why we should appreciate this elemental process. I looked up at the rising column of smoke and […]
