Know Your Yard Sunlight Planner

Stop guessing where your plants should go. Know Your Yard is a printable 25-page garden sunlight tracking system that helps you observe direct sun, map shade, and choose better planting locations across your yard.

Designed for beginner home gardeners, raised-bed growers, and anyone planning a vegetable, herb, or edible garden.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Divide your yard into useful observation zones

• Track direct sunlight at practical checkpoints

• Account for buildings, fences, trees, and seasonal shade

• Turn observations into a clear sun map

• Match plants with full-sun, part-sun, and lower-light locations

• Recheck your plan as the season changes

WHAT IS INCLUDED

• 25-page illustrated Know Your Yard guide (PDF)

• 9-page reusable worksheet pack (PDF)

• 1-page seasonal recheck card (PDF)

• Completed fictional example

• Research-informed guidance with Extension references

DIGITAL DOWNLOAD DETAILS

• One ZIP file containing three PDFs

• US Letter size (8.5 × 11 inches)

• Print at home or use with a PDF annotation app

• No physical item will be shipped

This is an educational planning tool. Exact plant needs vary by cultivar, climate, and local conditions. Confirm specific crop guidance with the seed packet, nursery label, or your local Extension service.

For personal use only. Commercial reproduction, resale, or redistribution is not permitted.