Q&A – How do I get female flowers on my zucchini plant?
Question:
The last several days my zucchini have been blooming but I've noticed only one or two female flowers. This morning I counted and there were 20 flowers but none of them were female. Is there a reason for this? Is there anything I can do to encourage more female flower blossoms on my zucchini?
Answer:
Zucchini plants usually start putting on male flowers several days before they put on female flowers. This may be because the male flower takes less energy. The female flowers will arrive in a week or so, so be patient.
Related Resources:
Growing Zucchini and Summer Squash in Minnesota Home Gardens
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The last several days my zucchini have been blooming but I've noticed only one or two female flowers. This morning I counted and there were 20 flowers but none of them were female. Is there a reason for this? Is there anything I can do to encourage more female flower blossoms on my zucchini?
Answer:
Zucchini plants usually start putting on male flowers several days before they put on female flowers. This may be because the male flower takes less energy. The female flowers will arrive in a week or so, so be patient.
Related Resources:
Growing Zucchini and Summer Squash in Minnesota Home Gardens
Summer Squash
Summer Squash (Zucchini, Yellow, Patty Pan)