What should I pay attention to during the tomato fruiting period? Do I need to pollinate?

1. What should you pay attention to during the fruiting period?

1. The nutrient supply must be balanced: During the fruiting period, the roots, apex, fruits and flower buds all require nutrients, and competition for nutrients is likely to occur. Therefore, it is necessary to ensure that the nutrients are sufficient and balanced. At this time, it is necessary to apply top dressing in time, and you can apply more compound fertilizers high in potassium to supplement the necessary nutrients.

2. The first bunch of fruits: During the fruiting period, you should pay attention to the first bunch of fruits. If the first bunch of fruits cannot stay set, they will grow too tall in the later stage and lead to poor fruit setting. Therefore, if the first bunch of fruits grows weakly, it should be picked to ensure vigorous growth of the plant, so as to ensure the results in the later stage.

3. Pick leaves in moderation: The middle leaves provide nutrients to the plant, so be careful not to pick too many leaves or leave them bare, as this will reduce the yield.

2. Do you need pollination?

Tomatoes can self-pollinate, but whether pollination is needed depends on the cultivation method. If it is planted outdoors, there is no need to worry. It will rely on wind or insects for pollination, which can ensure a higher fruit set rate. However, if it is grown in a greenhouse, it is recommended to assist with pollination artificially to increase its fruit setting rate. You can wait until the flowers bloom and then use a brush to dip the pollen from the stamens and apply it on the pistil. After artificial pollination, the fruit setting rate will be greatly improved.