31. What are fruiting vegetables in towers?
Tomatoes, chillies, brinjals, capsicum, okra, and beans are common. These develop flowers and produce fruits.
32. Can fruiting vegetables be grown in towers?
Yes. Choose dwarf or compact varieties. Plant in the lower or middle holes where more root space and support can be provided.
33. Do these need pollination support?
Tomatoes, brinjals, and chillies are self-pollinating. Shaking the plant lightly or attracting bees can improve pollination.
34. How to support growing fruiting plants?
Use bamboo sticks or jute ropes to tie plants gently. Avoid letting the stems bend under fruit weight.
35. What's the best soil for fruiting plants?
Use a nutrient-rich mix: 40% compost, 30% cocopeat, 20% garden soil, and 10% sand/neem cake.
36. When to start feeding fertilizers?
Begin 2 weeks after transplanting. Use a mix of compost tea, bone meal, and banana peel water.
37. Why are my tomato flowers falling off?
Causes include over-fertilization (too much nitrogen), water stress, or poor pollination.
38. Can I grow more than one fruiting type in a tower?
Yes, ideally one type per vertical layer to avoid competition. Use hybrid towers for more flexibility.
39. How soon can I expect fruits?
Usually within 45–60 days of sowing, depending on crop and climate.
40. How do I know when to harvest?
Look for color change, firmness, and size typical of mature fruit. Harvest regularly to encourage more fruiting.
