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Sun-requiring species must not sit in the computed shadow of a taller neighbour.

Well established · costly if ignored → warn

How it works

Photosynthesis. Compute shadow polygons from latitude, date, and mature height.

What to do about it

Move the taller neighbour to the polar edge, or move this plant out of its shadow.

The evidence

Evidence: settled without a trial - solar geometry.

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Milpa Gardens. "Sun-requiring species must not sit in the computed shadow of a taller neighbour." Evidence grade: Well established. https://milpa.garden/rules/sun-requiring-species-not-sit-computed-shadow/

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