Acorn Squash- Lots of Flowers Only One Squash

Question

I planted acorn squash, and the plant itself (leaves, vines, etc. ) are super healthy with LOTS of flowers, but I have only ONE squash. It’s good size, not quite ready to eat, but why don’t I get more than one from so many flowers? Anything I can do?

Answer 1

This is typical behavior for a squash plant. They will produce mostly male (non-fruiting) blossoms early in the season and will gradually start to produce more female blossoms as the season progresses. Give it some time and you will see it start fruiting.

If you are seeing fruit but they are falling off, this article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/zucchini/zucchini-fruit-fall-off-the-plant-before-they-are-full-grown.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/pollinate-squash-by-hand.htm