and look at overall plant health rather than simply waiting it out.
UMN Extension’s weekly vegetable update is a useful reminder that heat effects on flower production are gradual, and conditions that improve plant health can help shift the balance.
When female flowers are opening but young fruit keeps failing, try morning hand-pollination on the next available open female flower. Oregon State University Extension’s zucchini guide confirms that the flowers are receptive for only a short window, so acting early in the day improves the chance of success.
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