Question From:
Sam in Woodgate QLD
Subject:
pollination and netting
Type of Plant (if known):
vegetables
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
none yet
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
loamy
How often do you water the plant:
every 2nd day unless dry
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
approx 8 hrs
What type of plant is it:
zuchinni, tomato, eggplant and capsicum
How long since you planted it:
spring
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
no – compost only
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
outdoors
What other treatments have you given the plant:
none
Upload photo if available:
,
Other Comments:
I have just put netting over my vege crops to eliminate the chances of caterpillars and was wondering if they will still be able to be pollinated to get a crop. The holes in my netting are quite small so even the bees won’t be able to get in. Do I need to self pollinate.
Answer: