Zucchini

Question

My new zucchinis grow about about 1 1/2″, turn yellow and seem to rot. What should I be doing? There is not full sun throughout the day at this time of year. Last year, half the fruit turned yellow before maturing.

Answer 1

It sounds like you are having pollination issues. When the flowers are not properly pollinated, the plant will reject the fruit while they are just a few inches long. You may need to hand pollinate. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/pollinate-squash-by-hand.htm