long main stem on zucchini

Question

My zucchini is not like a bush but the main stem is long with only a few leaves and buds at the end of the long main stem.

Answer 1

There are many varieties of Zucchini and this may be the growing pattern of this particular plant.
Also soil and environmental conditions can effect how a plant grows.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/zucchini/growing-zucchini.htm