Q.Squash Blossom Drop Off
We have zucchini and yellow squash that are not bearing fruit. The blossom opens up, closes, and then drops off with absolutely no fruit. It has been exceptionally hot here in northeastern Ohio. Should the heat and not enough or too much watering be a factor? Should I follow the procedures for Blossom End Rot?
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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
