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yes. in most (highly) hybridized plants seeds are produced but are either infertile or the genetics of the plant prohibit successful fertilization and the production of seed.

this is very common occurrence amongst F1 Hybrid vegetable seed varieties.

most hybrid plants do however produce viable pollen, allowing the hybrid plant to pollinate a non-hybrid plant. this is one of the major points of contention with genetically modified crops; where the "inserted" gene could in fact find its way into other closely situated crops.

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How do nettles pollinate?

Nettles are wind-pollinated plants. Their tiny, inconspicuous flowers produce abundant pollen that is carried by the wind to other flowers for pollination. Nettles do not rely on insects or other animals for pollination.


What plants will cross polinate with a marigold?

Marigolds can cross-pollinate with other marigold varieties, but generally do not cross-pollinate with other plant species. It is recommended to keep different marigold varieties separated by at least 500 feet to avoid unwanted cross-pollination.


Why did Mandel choose peas for his experiment?

Mendel chose peas for his experiments because they are easy to grow, produce a large number of offspring, have distinct characteristics that can be easily observed and manipulated, and can self-pollinate or cross-pollinate with other pea plants. These features allowed Mendel to carefully control the breeding process and make accurate observations about inheritance patterns.


What organisms provide for others?

Many plants provide food for organisms through photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy. Bees pollinate plants, allowing them to reproduce and produce food. Some animals like herbivores and detritivores rely on plants or plant matter for food, sustaining other organisms within the ecosystem.


How do peanut plants reproduce?

Plants that do not require external help to transfer their pollen are known as self-pollinating plants. Peanuts belong to this category and reproduce by dropping old flowers to the ground on growing old. These flowers release their pollen at sunrise and start fertilizing eventually.

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What aninals can pollinate plants?

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What aninals pollinate plants?

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Will tomato cross-pollinate with other plants?

No


Can honey bees pollinate plants other than flowers?

Yes, honey bees can pollinate plants other than flowers. For example, in California, honey bees are absolutely essential to pollinate the almond trees.


Do squash plants cross pollinate with each other?

Yes, squash plants can cross-pollinate with each other, as they are often pollinated by bees and other insects that can transfer pollen between different squash varieties.


What can butterflies do that other animals can't?

Butterflies pollinate flowers and plants.


What do bumble bees do?

sting


How do nettles pollinate?

Nettles are wind-pollinated plants. Their tiny, inconspicuous flowers produce abundant pollen that is carried by the wind to other flowers for pollination. Nettles do not rely on insects or other animals for pollination.


Does marijuana kill bees?

No, bees pollinate it just the same as other plants.


Does a plum tree need to have another plum tree to pollinate each other in order to produce fruit?

Yes, plums need the correct pollinator. The right one depends on which variety you have.


What would happen to plants if bees were extinct?

There are plenty of other insects that pollinate plants apart from bees so the plants would survive.


Are lilacs male or female?

Lilacs (Syringa) are hermaphroditic plants, meaning they have both male and female reproductive structures within the same flower. Each flower contains stamens (the male part) that produce pollen and a pistil (the female part) that can receive pollen for fertilization. This allows lilacs to self-pollinate or cross-pollinate with other lilac plants.