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Mulch annually to conserve moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003eBest grown in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2239\"\u003epartial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e, though it tolerates morning sun. Protect from strong afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003eWater regularly, especially during dry periods. 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