pollination
noun
pol·li·na·tion
ˌpä-lə-ˈnā-shən 
: the transfer of pollen from an anther to the stigma in angiosperms or from the microsporangium to the micropyle in gymnosperms
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Plants with colorful or fragrant blooms attract insects for pollination, and are less likely to affect allergies.
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Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 10 June 2026
This is companion planting, and it's also used to boost soil quality and encourage pollination as well as beneficial insects.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
While a citrus plant is technically self-fertile when outside, bees still play an important role in pollination, which ensures a fruiting plant.
—Special To The Denver Post, Denver Post, 5 June 2026
To ensure high yields, Fried says pears should be planted in groups of three, which helps overlap or synchronize their pollination periods.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 4 June 2026
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Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 10 June 2026
This is companion planting, and it's also used to boost soil quality and encourage pollination as well as beneficial insects.
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
While a citrus plant is technically self-fertile when outside, bees still play an important role in pollination, which ensures a fruiting plant.
—Special To The Denver Post, Denver Post, 5 June 2026
To ensure high yields, Fried says pears should be planted in groups of three, which helps overlap or synchronize their pollination periods.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 4 June 2026
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“Pollination.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pollination. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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pollination
noun
pol·li·na·tion
ˌpäl-ə-ˈnā-shən
: the act or process of pollinating
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