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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    September 9, 2018
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    It appears that there is a watering issue. In many cases, not enough water will have this effect. Here is an article that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/pumpkin/pumpkin-growing-tips-for-halloween-pumpkins.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 9, 2018
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    If it is possible in your area, I would try chicken wire. This can keep them from reaching into your beds. Otherwise, I would recommend boiling cut up spicy peppers in water. Strain the peppers out and spray your plants with it. this will keep most pests away, and will not hurt your plants, although you will want to avoid spraying any mature fruit. The spicy chemical, capsaicin, is soluble in acid, as it is alkaline in nature, so if you do have to spray the produce, then you will want to wash them in lemon juice, or anything else acidic to get rid of the spice.

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    BushDoctor on
    December 8, 2018
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    Unfortunately, this taste is permanent. This can happen if not let to ripen, AND if let to ripen too long.

    This article will give you more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/when-to-harvest-squash-best-time-to-pick-winter-or-summer-squash.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 23, 2019
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    Personally, I prefer rosemary oil for a systemic treatment every year through your drip, but for spot treatment, I would recommend neem oil, as long as you do not spray in full sun. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/powdery-mildew-in-squash.htm

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    GKH_Susan on
    May 31, 2019
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    Most likely it is from squash beetles. They are larger than ladybugs but similar looking. They eat the leaves leaving a lacey or skeletonized appearance. You can pick them off and drop them in a pan of water with a couple tablespoons of dishwashing liquid.
    Here is more information:
    http://ipm.uconn.edu/documents/raw2/html/672.php?aid=672

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 11, 2019
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    This article will help you identify the male and female flowers on your Squash.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/female-male-squash-blossoms.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    June 11, 2019
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    Many times this is due to sudden intense light. This should be the case if both the outside, and transplanted plants are doing it.

    This leads me to believe that it is fungal in nature.

    This will be one of those times that you will want to contact your local extension service. They will have more information on where and how to test your soil for deficiencies and infections.

    This article will help you to find the closest extension service to you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search

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