zucchini and squash plants are getting mushy

Question

My zucchini and squash plants are getting mushy on the ends when they are not very big. What can I do? I have planted zucchini and squash plants and at first the were producing, but now once they start to grow, they seem to get mushy. I am not sure what I can do to fix this problem.

Answer 1

This is blossom end rot. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/squash-blossom-end-rot-causes-and-treatment.htm