Hello,
I am in Ontario,Canada/Zone 6b/5a. I am in a situation where I am planting North of a large (~30-40 ft) birch tree and west of my house. I have prepared 3 sites ~ 8 feet apart for 2-3 in one plantings that are some distance. They essentially run in a line north.
They are far
enough away from the tree that May to August they get full ~ 8-9 hours of unfiltered sun, however the closest planter starts getting partial shade (think 3-4 hours direct and 3-4 filtered through the birch) Starting Early august, the second Starting Late Aug/Early Sept and the third Mid September.
I was hoping to plant pear/peach/apricot.
Guides only seem to talk about "Full sun" or "Partial shade" like its an absolute. I am not sure whether to consider my locations one or the other. I could grow summer/shade tolerant fruits or vegetables in the most shaded planter if needed.
I would appreciate any advice/suggestions Thanks!