Indoor Jalapeño Flowers but No Fruit: Hand Pollination Required

No Bees = No Peppers

Jalapeños are self-fertile but need vibration to release pollen. Indoors, no wind/insects = sterile flowers.

Hand Pollination Methods

• Electric toothbrush on stem behind flowers (10 sec each).
• Small paintbrush swirling inside each flower.
• Gently shake plant midday.
• Do daily during bloom.

Pruning Won't Help

Cutting back reduces leaf area = less energy for fruit. Focus on pollination.

Light Check

Ensure 14+ hrs strong light. Weak light = poor pollen viability even if transferred.