14. Shelter and shade
If growing outdoors, a sheltered environment is vital. Use natural shelter and
supplement with perimeter and overhead shade cloth. Root prune natural
shelterbelts annually. Windbreak should be 50% porosity, with a shade factor
appropriate to conditions (30‐50%).
Shade can help elongate flower stems and is beneficial in very hot conditions
reducing soil temperature, evaporation rate, and water usage. Remove shade
in cool conditions as it can reduce temperatures and plant performance.