How come my squash and cucumbers are not developing fruit?

There are a number of reasons cucurbit crops like squash and cucumbers fail to produce adequate fruit set. Poor pollination is a possibility. Members of the cucurbit family (i.e.

, squash, cucumbers, melons, etc.) produce male and female flowers. These crops rely on bees to carry pollen from the male flowers (which bloom first) to the female flowers. Anything that interferes with pollination reduces fruit set.

Cold, rainy weather reduces bee activity. Improper use of pesticides can kill bees. Use caution with pesticide applications at all times, especially during bloom.

Follow all label instructions. Many home gardeners rely heavily on Sevin Dust, but it is death to bees. They mistake it for pollen and take it back to the hive where it can have devastating effects.

If Sevin is to be used, apply it in liquid form. Fertilization can also contribute to poor fruit set. Too much fertilizer can lead to excess vine growth at the expense of fruit production.

Too little fertilizer can cause ... more.

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