1. How to pollinate the bergamot after it blooms

After the bergamot blooms, it is best to help pollinate manually, so that the fruit setting rate will be greatly improved. When pollinating, prepare a small brush or pencil with an eraser tip. When the flowers mature, use the prepared tool to dip the pollen from the male flowers, and then lightly apply it to the stigma. In addition, after pollination, weak flowers should be cut off to save nutrients, so that the quality of the fruits produced later will be better.

2. How to care for bergamot after it bears fruit

1. Get more sun: Bergamot itself is a tropical plant and likes light. As a result, you need more sun exposure. In an environment with sufficient light, more nutrients will be accumulated and provided to the fruits. If there is no light for a long time, even if the results are produced, they may fall off.

2. Appropriate watering: Bergamot is sensitive to moisture after fruiting, so it should not be over-watered or lack of water. When you find that the soil surface is dry, you need to add water, and the amount of water should be controlled well. The soil should be slightly moist, and there should be no accumulation of water, otherwise the fruits will easily fall.

3. Appropriate fertilization: Bergamot consumes a lot of nutrients during the flowering and fruiting period, so fertilization must be done frequently. Just apply diluted compound liquid fertilizer once every ten days. Only when the nutrients are sufficient can the fruit grow better and the ornamental effect will be improved. Note that the concentration of fertilizer should not be too high to avoid root burn.