Zucchini are nothing if not prolific, and while you’re more likely to see a vine take over half your garden than you are to see one struggle and die, they still have their share of potential problems.
There are several pests and diseases that are particularly common in zucchini crops. They can cause problems ranging from a little leaf discoloration to a completely dead plant.
Then there are issues resulting from too little water, or a lack of bumblebees in your garden.
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Regardless of what’s plaguing your plant, the first step is being able to notice early on that something is wrong. That’s why you should head out to your garden regularly and look over your plants.
Then, if you notice something unusual, this guide will help you to identify the problem and figure out what to do about it.
Ready to play plant detective?
Troubleshooting 11 Potential Zucchini ProblemsThe most common signs that things have gone awry with your crop that you’ll see involve problems with the leaves and blossoms.
Occasionally, you might see evidence that all is not well impacting the fruits, too.
Here are some things to watch for, including potential causes and workable solutions.
1. Seedlings Fail to SproutIt has been over two weeks since you planted your seeds, and you still don’t see any sign of seedlings.
We’ve all been there. So what causes seeds to fail to germinate?
CausesThere are many things that can cause seeds to fail.
Seeds planted too deep Poor soil It’s too cold Too much or too little water Damping off SolutionsThe solution, of course, depends on the problem.
First,
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