Pollinating tomatoes on the balcony is an important management measure when growing them on the balcony. With the right pollination method, the normal growth and fruiting of tomatoes can be promoted. The following is the pollination method and specific process of growing tomatoes on the balcony:
1.Choose the right varieties: Balcony planting tomatoes should choose varieties that are dwarf, compact in plant shape, round in fruit, and resistant to diseases and pests.
2.Sowing and seedling: sowing at a suitable sowing period, generally using the on-demand sowing method, sowing 1-2 seeds per hole. After sowing, the soil should be kept moist and avoid being too dry or too wet.
3.Transplantation and management: When the seedlings grow to a certain height, transplantation is carried out. Before transplanting, prepare pots or small plots with fertile soil and good drainage. When transplanting, make sure that the root system of the seedlings is fully developed to avoid damage. After transplantation, it should be kept in a cool and ventilated place to avoid direct sunlight.
5.Specific pollination process: First, 1-2 days before flowering, select healthy plants and remove some of the flower buds in their lower parts to reduce nutrient consumption. Then, during flowering, 9-11 a.m. is the best time for pollination every day, when pollen viability is at its highest. For manual pollination, use a cotton swab or brush to dip the pollen and gently apply it to the flower column. For naturally pollinated tomatoes, potted plants need to be moved to an environment where bees or butterflies are active.
6.Precautions: During the pollination process, care should be taken to avoid over-fertilization and watering, so as not to affect the growth and fruiting of the plant. At the same time, it is necessary to maintain environmental hygiene, clean up dead leaves and fallen flowers in a timely manner, and prevent the occurrence of pests and diseases.
7.Harvesting and preservation: When the tomato fruit is fully ripe, it can be picked and preserved in time. Tomatoes that need to be stored for a long time can be left for a period of time after the fruit is ripe and then picked after it has ripen naturally.