| Plant | Min Temp (°F) | Max Temp (°F) | Viability Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asparagus | 50°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Dioecious; male pollen needed for seed production |
| Broccoli | 50°F | 80°F | 1–2 days | Cool-season crop; heat reduces pollen viability |
| Brussels Sprouts | 50°F | 80°F | 1–2 days | Similar to broccoli; prefers cool temps |
| Cabbage | 50°F | 80°F | 1–2 days | Self-incompatible; cross-pollination improves seed set |
| Carrots | 55°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Insect-pollinated; pollen viable in moderate temps |
| Cauliflower | 50°F | 80°F | 1–2 days | Heat-sensitive; pollination best in cool weather |
| Celery | 55°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Umbel flowers; insect-pollinated |
| Corn | 60°F | 100°F | 30 min–2 hrs | Wind-pollinated; high temps shorten viability |
| Cucumbers | 60°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Pollinate early morning; heat reduces viability |
| Garlic | 50°F | 85°F | 1 day | Usually propagated by cloves; pollen rarely used |
| Green Beans | 55°F | 90°F | 1–2 days | Self-pollinating; pollen stable in warm zones |
| Lettuce | 50°F | 80°F | 1–2 days | Heat-sensitive; pollinate early morning |
| Mushrooms | — | — | Not applicable | Fungi reproduce via spores, not pollen |
| Onions | 55°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Insect-pollinated; pollen viable in moderate temps |
| Peppers (Bell, Hot) | 60°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Heat-sensitive; pollinate before noon |
| Potatoes | 55°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Usually propagated by tubers; pollen used for breeding |
| Salad Kits | — | — | Varies | Composite of multiple greens; refer to individual crops |
| Spinach | 50°F | 80°F | 1–2 days | Wind-pollinated; prefers cool temps |
| Squash | 60°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Pollinate early morning; heat-sensitive |
| Tomatoes | 55°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Above 95°F, pollen viability drops sharply |
| Plant | Min Temp (°F) | Max Temp (°F) | Viability Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apples | 45°F | 85°F | 1–3 days | Cool temps preferred; frost can damage pollen |
| Avocados | 55°F | 95°F | 2–4 hours | Pollen viability drops above 95°F; pollinate early morning |
| Bananas | 60°F | 95°F | 1 day | Mostly sterile; pollination not required for fruiting |
| Berries (Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries) | 50°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Bee-pollinated; sensitive to heat stress |
| Cherries | 45°F | 80°F | 1–2 days | Cool temps preferred; frost risk during bloom |
| Grapefruit | 55°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Heat-tolerant; viable in warm climates |
| Grapes | 50°F | 90°F | 1–2 days | Self-pollinating; pollen stable in warm zones |
| Kiwi | 50°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Dioecious; male pollen must reach female flowers |
| Lemons | 55°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Heat-tolerant; pollination aided by bees |
| Limes | 55°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Similar to lemons; pollen viable in warm zones |
| Mandarins | 55°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Self-fertile; pollen viable in warm climates |
| Mangoes | 60°F | 100°F | 1–2 days | Heat-tolerant; pollination often insect-assisted |
| Melons (Cantaloupe, Watermelon) | 60°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Pollinate early morning; heat reduces viability |
| Oranges | 55°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Bee-pollinated; pollen viable in warm zones |
| Peaches / Nectarines / Plums | 45°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Cool temps preferred; frost-sensitive during bloom |
| Pears | 45°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Cross-pollination improves yield |
| Pineapple | 60°F | 95°F | 1 day | Usually propagated vegetatively; pollen rarely needed |
| Pomegranates | 60°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Heat-tolerant; self-pollinating with insect aid |
| Tangerines | 55°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Similar to mandarins; pollen viable in warm zones |
| Plant | Min Temp (°F) | Max Temp (°F) | Viability Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Begonias | 55°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Shade-loving; pollen viable in moderate temps |
| Camellias | 45°F | 75°F | 1–2 days | Cool-season bloomers; frost-sensitive pollen |
| Clematis | 50°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Pollinator-friendly; pollen stable in warm zones |
| Daffodils | 45°F | 75°F | 1–2 days | Early bloomers; pollen sensitive to heat |
| Dahlias | 55°F | 90°F | 1–2 days | Heat-tolerant; attracts bees and butterflies |
| Geraniums | 55°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Self-pollinating; pollen viable in moderate temps |
| Hydrangeas | 50°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Mostly sterile; pollen limited to fertile florets |
| Impatiens | 55°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Shade-tolerant; pollen viable in mild temps |
| Lavender | 60°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Highly aromatic; attracts pollinators |
| Lilacs | 50°F | 80°F | 1–2 days | Spring bloomers; pollen sensitive to heat |
| Orchids | 60°F | 90°F | 2–3 days | Specialized pollination; pollen often in packets |
| Pansies | 45°F | 75°F | 1–2 days | Cool-season bloomers; frost-sensitive pollen |
| Peonies | 50°F | 80°F | 1–2 days | Spring bloomers; pollen viable in mild temps |
| Petunias | 55°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Heat-tolerant; attracts hummingbirds |
| Poppies | 50°F | 85°F | 1–2 days | Self-seeding; pollen viable in moderate temps |
| Roses | 55°F | 90°F | 1–2 days | Varies by cultivar; ornamental and pollinator-friendly |
| Sedum (Stonecrop) | 60°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Succulent; pollen viable in heat |
| Sunflowers | 60°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Bee-pollinated; pollen viable even in heat |
| Sweet Peas | 50°F | 80°F | 1–2 days | Cool-season climbers; fragrant pollen |
| Tulips | 45°F | 75°F | 1–2 days | Spring bloomers; pollen sensitive to heat |
| Zinnias | 60°F | 95°F | 1–2 days | Heat-tolerant; attracts butterflies |