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Gardening Know How Questions & Answers - https://questions.gardeningknowhow.comWe 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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1 Comment To "Squash Blossom Drop Off"
#1 Comment By Heather On 07/24/2011 @ 7:25 pm
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.
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