What is "partial shade"?
 

Does this mean dappled shade throughout the day, or that, at some time in
the day, the plant is entirely in the sun, and at others entirely in the
shade?

Many thanks
Kate

What is "partial shade"?
 

I have always understood this to mean either or both.
Best Wishes.
"Kate" wrote in message
...
Does this mean dappled shade throughout the day, or that, at some time in
the day, the plant is entirely in the sun, and at others entirely in the
shade?

Many thanks
Kate

What is "partial shade"?
 

"Brian" wrote in message
...
I have always understood this to mean either or both.
Best Wishes.
"Kate" wrote in message
...
Does this mean dappled shade throughout the day, or that, at some time in
the day, the plant is entirely in the sun, and at others entirely in the
shade?

Many thanks
Kate


There seem to be various definitions........take you pick :~)

http://davesgarden.com/terms/go/644/

http://www.myshadegarden.com/Shade/

http://www.wildaboutgardening.org/en..._gardening.htm

And for planting suggestions see the URG FAQ
http://www.tmac.clara.co.uk/urgring/faqshade.htm

Jenny

What is "partial shade"?
 

On Sat, 8 May 2004 18:31:21 +0100, "Brian"
wrote:

"Kate" wrote

Does this mean dappled shade throughout the day, or that, at some time in
the day, the plant is entirely in the sun, and at others entirely in the
shade?

I have always understood this to mean either or both.

Exactly. Or rather, inexactly. The only clear light definitions are
'full sun' and 'deep shade.'