# Site Analysis

## Location

5641 Kahiliholo Rd, Kilauea, Kauai County, Hawai'i 96754

## Climate

- **USDA Hardiness Zone:** 11b–12a
- **Annual rainfall:** ~60–80 inches (Kilauea is on the wetter North Shore)
- **Temperature:** 70–85°F year-round, rarely below 60°F
- **Trade winds:** Predominantly NE; property may have wind exposure depending on orientation
- **Humidity:** High year-round
- **Sun:** Strong tropical sun; ~12 hours daylight year-round

## Current Vegetation

- **Pasture:** Former horse pasture, predominantly grass
- **Perimeter trees:** Tall pines, bamboo, and other established trees
- **Fruit trees:** Several scattered fruit trees (species TBD — need inventory)

## Soil

> TODO: Soil test results. Kilauea area typically has volcanic-origin soils (Oxisols/Andisols) — generally fertile but can be acidic and high in iron/aluminum. Former horse pasture likely has decent organic matter from years of grazing.

## Topography

> TODO: Slope, drainage patterns, any wet/dry zones across the 5 acres.

## Water

> TODO: Water sources — county water, catchment, streams, irrigation infrastructure.

## Infrastructure

- Main residence
- 1-bedroom guesthouse (currently leased)
- Existing fencing (TBD)
- Road access from Kahiliholo Rd

## Observations

> TODO: Fill in after site walks — sun patterns, wind corridors, microclimates, problem areas, best growing zones.