What causes squash to grow maybe 3″ and then just dry up and die?

Question

I have a raised garden bed that is two feet high. Lots of soil and limbs. Is it possible that the soil is not staying moist?

Answer 1

This could be a couple of different issues; possible Blossom End Rot or poor pollination.

These articles cover these issues.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/squash-blossom-end-rot-causes-and-treatment.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/squash-fruit-falling-off-the-plant.htm