Ecoregions not usda zones

Zones of Use (Behavior-Based Planning)

Zones are organized by frequency of human interaction, NOT plant type.

• Zone 0 - Human Hub: Primary living / gathering space.
• Zone 1 - Daily Attention: Kitchen gardens, herbs, compost, frequently harvested crops
• Zone 2 - Regular Attention: Perennials, orchards, systems needing weekly management
• Zone 3 - Occasional Attention: Larger-scale production or lower-maintenance crops ivisted periodically
• Zone 4 - Semi-Managed: Foraging areas, timber, or minimally managed systems.
• Zone 5 - Wild: Observation & ecological reference area. No intentional management.

Sectors (External/Uncontrollable Forces)

• Sun (seasonal) - Angle & intensity change throughout the year.
• Wind - Dominant Directions, storm winds, winter vs summer patterns.
• Water - Rainfall patterns, runoff paths, storm events, drainage.
• Views - Desired views to preserve and unwanted views to screen.
• Noise - Traffic, neighbors, mechanical systems.
• Wildlife - Movement corridors, pressure, habitat influence.
• Human Access - Pedestrain or vehicle movement patterns.

Capture, deflect, buffer, or amplify sector energies