Zucchini blossoms getting a black mold

After the blossom has bloomed, they close up and have a fuzzy black mold. I have removed the blossoms. Do I need to spray them? I have yet to have any fruit. I even tried to self pollinate them using a q-tip. Help me please.

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#1 Comment By Downtoearthdigs On 08/18/2016 @ 3:48 pm

It does appear to be a moldy fungus on the flowers.
This is likely due to damp conditions in the garden.

Neem Oil would be a good treatment. It is safe for people, pets and bees.

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