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Plants of the same species can cross pollinate resulting in the loss of certain traits including color, texture, sweetness and flavor. Here are four ways to prevent cross pollination:
- Use a physical barrier to separate or cover plants
- Space different varieties far apart
- Grow varieties that flower at different times
- Plant only one variety of a plant per season
Last updated on November 27, 2011 by Matthew Kokenes