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Question: Very cool! Thank you for your identification of the little twinflower (Linnaea borealis). I now read that it generally needs …

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  Very cool! Thank you for your identification of the little twinflower (Linnaea borealis). I now read that it generally needs a non-close relative to be pollinated, but as far as I have been able to ascertain (and I have looked a lot!), it is the only plant in the area of its kind. Is there anything I can do to increase the chances of pollination once flowers appear? (I have no idea how this plant was established as it is in a remote area.)

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  Dear kasmus.nh, these plants will form small colonies by the trailing stems. It is likely, given appropriate conditions, it will survive quite well. Short of transplanting another individual to the area from further north, I'm not certain the best route of action for you. Best wishes.