I have a small creek that runs through my back yard, and I have a clump of silverband that are doing quite well. I have now ordered some of the more elaborate ensata, but am still a newbie.

So my question to you ensata growers is this: Since it gets so hot here in the summer is it better to give the ensata some partial shade than full sun? I have possible bed locations in both conditions. I just don't want to fry the plants.

Partial shade would be best for your climate.

Thanks Polly! My Silverband are in partial shade, but I feel they are doing well in spite of me, instead of because of me. I want to be more careful with my new batch!