By Mary H. Dyer, Master Naturalist and Master Gardener Nearly all fruit trees require pollination in the form of either cross-pollination or self-pollination in order to produce fruit. Understanding the difference between the two very different processes will help you plan before you plant fruit trees in your garden. If you have space for only one fruit tree, a cross-pollinating, self-fruitful tree is the answer. How Does Self-Pollination of Fruit Trees Work? Most fruit trees must be cross pollinated, which requires at least one tree of a different variety located within 50 feet. Pollination occurs when bees, insects or birds transfer pollen from the male part (anther) of a blossom on one tree to the female part of the blossom (stigma) on another tree. Trees that require a cross pollinator include all types of apples and most sweet cherries, as well as some types of plums and some pears. If you’re wondering about
No comments:
Post a Comment