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How close to the outdoor unit should I plant shrubs or flowers?

April 26, 2017Flowers Outdoor plant shrubs

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How close to the outdoor unit should I plant shrubs or flowers?

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Manufacturers generally agree that plants should not be closer than 18 inches. Air conditioners need to take in and exhaust air to operate efficiently. If air cannot circulate, the unit could build up heat and require service.

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Manufacturers generally agree that plants should not be closer than 18 inches. Air conditioners need intake and exhaust air to operate efficiently. If air cannot circulate, the unit could build up heat and require service.

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All manufacturers generally agree that shrubs should not be closer than 18 inches at maturity. Outdoor units require to intake and exhaust air to operate efficiently. If air gets trapped inside a shrub border, the unit can build up heat and require service.