Friday, May 11, 2012

Where Have All the Squash Gone

Last week there were three, now there is one.  Sure it is shiny and firm, so why did the other 2 lose their flowers, shrivel up and die?  How can there be sauteed mini squash if they are now compost?  Another perplexing question: why all male flowers?  Don't get me wrong the male flowers look great.  But how does one determine the masculinity of a flower?  They are huge, bright and inviting and still the plant lack female flowers?  Has it not been hot enough the past two weeks for 'em or is it simply just the lack of pollination?  Hmmm....