Question on Cultivation

[ChaoticAshX]

I have found a plot, and dug into it about 1 foot airating and added some nitrogen enhanced fertilized. pretty small, roughly 3x3 feet, or 1yd^2

i have a question concerning the aspects of said plot

its not completely exposed to sunlight, about a 50-50% shade to sun ratio, but is inside of a sort of circle like figuration of plants(trees shrubs small ground plants) the soil seems to be very fine, looks like compost because of the debris from the surrounding plants, i have cleared the area of anything covering the soil such as leaves and what not, and now am wondering if ambient sun, like blocked by the canopy of trees going through onto the plants, will suffice in growing them. also if there are some roots of other plants such as a tree would these possibly impede the root system growth of a marijuana plant?

i realize its not a optimal growing situation but was just inquiring about the shade and or sun factor if it will be extremely detrimental or if it will work

i dont really care if they grow to be potent or high yield, this is like a test because my first time trying outdoors.

also...

its fkin 100 degrees outside so water is my problem, i have put about 5 gallons into it hoping to try and add some bulk to the plot and surrounding area, but i dont want to drown the plants.

if the temp in my area maintains normally 95+, little rainfall, and limited humidity, (hasent been higher than 50% in weeks) how often do u suppose i should water it, or how can i tell when it is in need of water

 

[lostsoul.On.E]

well my forst plant i had in a shaded are like yours and it didnt grow very tall. prob like a foot in a month. direct sunlight has made a big difference in the size of plants. also when the plannts are small the roots are small. so you could prob water them 2-3 times a week. but when they get bigger the roots suck up lots of water. you would prob have to water them everyother day.

 

[Fillerup]

First off, plants should not be fertilized at all for like 2-3 weeks from seed. Also, make sure you are growing a strain that can take the heat(most sativas/mexican/etc)...I've had strains that kicked ass indoors, tried them outdoors in 95-100 degree weather and they shriveled up to die in 1 day. Mulch around the plants to help insulate them and retain moisture. Water crystal polymers will also help to reduce watering. I suggest checking out ICmag, you will find every answer you could dream of and a whole lot more. Good luck, and overgrow the government.

 

[crutch]

Full sun is ideal. Your plants will not grow as fast in partial shade.

Water when the leaves start to droop slighltly. You'll want to check them every day if you're using this method.