How to Assess Shade Levels for Gardening

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Check the plant's shade needs on the label or in a reputable book or article about the plant.

   The shade needs will determine where you can keep the plant and expect it to thrive.
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   Step 2: If the plant needs dappled light

   Quite a lot of plants can tolerate this type of shade and some need it to grow their best. , Unless the label states otherwise, this sun can be direct or filtered. , Ferns are especially fond of this type of environment. , For example, a spot under a roof, under eaves, under a very heavy, vigorous area of plant growth, etc., where the soil is going to remain dry most of the time.
   
   For this type of shade, be sure to add compost and mulch to help increase the range of plants that can cope with this type of environment. , This is suitable for rainforest plant types.
   
   Naturally, this range will be far more limited but these plants are usually worth the effort for their special beauty. ,
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   Step 3: then plant it under trees and plants that have large

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   Step 4: open canopies.

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   Step 5: If the plant needs part-sun

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   Step 6: then it can be planted on the side of a house

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   Step 7: building

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   Step 8: fence or other area where the sun falls for only part of the day.

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   Step 9: If the plant needs damp shade

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    Step 10: then it should be planted in a shady spot and the soil should always be kept moist.

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    Step 11: If the plant needs dry shade

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    Step 12: then choose a shady position that is sheltered.

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    Step 13: If the plant needs deep shade

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    Step 14: then it's the part of a garden that never gets the shade

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    Step 15: like the bottom of the hill next to a stream.

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    Step 16: When selecting plants for shade

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    Step 17: it can be a good idea to try to get a ground cover

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    Step 18: a shrub and a taller plant at the minimum in order to make the most of the space.

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