To plant under the canopy or out in the full sun?

Out in full sun a foot or two from the perimeter of the tree would be ideal, but the eyes in the sky have me worried.

Under the canopy would be very secure but will they grow.

I have about ten females vegging for a month now and are just waiting for me to put them out.

I have no problems with neighbors seeing it, just the copters.

My question is: Is there enough light penetration to grow a decent plant?