Outdoor 2020 grow

What is the optimum amount of direct sunlight needed to maximize plant growth

The more the better, I have grown in 100% shade the bud was just as good as sun grown just lacking on the weight. but ya5-6 hrs direct sun at least.

Am or pm better

Pm sun always seems more intense to me, but I grew outdoors this year, and the only spot I could use only got direct sun in the am, and the plant did great.

100% exposure, and varying levels of shade cloths on a PVC or wood frame.

It is good to remember DLI can vary even within the same pack of seeds, depending on pheno typical expression.

Your climate will be most prevalent probably because of harvest times. With cannabis control over the light cycle is really important unless you live in an area with impeccable conditions.

Looking to get in the ground in May 15 ish should be able to let them go until mid to late October.

morning light is cooler , afternoon light is hotter. i like morning sun alot more but you get the most out of the sun from 12 on