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What is eating my squash plant? #661167

Asked July 07, 2020, 6:24 PM EDT

The leaves look pretty good. Plant is blooming well. But when I looked in the middle of the plant the stems are being eaten

Genesee County Michigan

Expert Response

Thanks for your question.  The male blooms on zucchini after opening only last a day, shrivel up and fall off.  What you are seeing are the stalks of the male flower that have lost their blooms.
I hope this is helpful,
An Ask Extension Expert Replied July 08, 2020, 7:41 AM EDT

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