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1 Comment To "Winter Squash Rot"
#1 Comment By Nikki On 08/16/2011 @ 6:13 am
It sounds like a pollination problem, though it could also be attributed to blossom end rot. These articles will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/beneficial/insect-pollination-process.htm [1]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/squash-fruit-falling-off-the-plant.htm [2]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/pollinate-squash-by-hand.htm [3]
If they have blossom end rot. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/squash-blossom-end-rot-causes-and-treatment.htm [4]