Outdoor Planning & Calculation Engine

Precision estimators calibrated for real-world landscape contractors, hardscape masons, and landscape lighting technicians.

1. Hardscape Patio & Base Aggregate Estimator

Calculate total square footage, required crushed stone base depth (tons), bedding sand, and paver units with safety overage factors.

Material Requirements Breakdown

Total Area: 0 sq ft

Crushed Stone Base (#57 Aggregate): 0 Tons (incl. 10% compaction overage)

Coarse Bedding Sand (1" layer): 0 Tons

Polymeric Sand Required: 0 Bags (50 lb bags)

2. Landscape Lighting Transformer & Wire Gauge Sizing

Compute cumulative wattage, recommended transformer capacity (80% safety rule), and maximum permissible wire run length before voltage drop impairs LED lumens.

Lighting Circuit Analysis

Total Active Fixture Load: 0 W

Minimum Recommended Transformer Capacity: 0 Watts (incorporating 20% headroom)

Max Recommended Continuous Run Length: 0 Feet to prevent voltage drop below 10.8V

3. Hardiness Zone Planting Advisory

Select your target USDA climatic zone to view tested four-season trees, shrubs, and native perennial groundcovers that resist regional temperature extremes.

Zone Horticultural Profile

Please select a hardiness zone above to generate planting matrix.