Pollinating - AeroGarden Master Gardener Deluxe Manual

Pollinating

The table below shows some common plant types and a
recommended method for hand pollination. For plants not
listed below, you may need to do some additional research to
find out the most effective method of pollinating. The internet
and seed suppliers are good sources of information.
Pollination Methods for Common Garden Plants
Pollination Method
Self-pollinating
Shaking
Move male pollen to
female flower
HELPFUL HINT: If you find your garden
is producing many flowers but no fruit,
then chances are you need to do some
pollinating or change your pollinating
method. Dead blossoms on the Grow
Surface are a good indicator that your
chosen pollination method is not working.
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Plant Examples
Legumes (such as peas and beans)
and English cucumbers
Dwarf tomatoes and peppers
Eggplant
Pumpkin, squash, watermelon
and common cucumbers
Dwarf tomato plants
being pollinated by
gently shaking.
How to Hand Pollinate
(After Flowers Appear)
No hand pollination necessary
Shake plant gently every other day
when the lights are on.
Shake plant vigorously every other
day when the lights are on. An
electric toothbrush works well.
Use paintbrush to move pollen
from male flower to female flower.
Pollinate when the lights are off.