Zucchini is one of the most popular and sought-after vegetables that can be grown in your garden.
They are distinguished by high productivity, delicate taste and beneficial properties.
But sometimes zucchini can rot right in the garden, which leads to the loss of part of the harvest. Why does this happen and how to avoid it?
One of the main reasons for the rotting of squash is excess moisture in the soil or on the surface of the fruit. This creates a favorable environment for the development of various fungi and bacteria that affect squash and cause their decomposition. Rain or dew during the ripening period are especially dangerous.
To prevent zucchini from rotting, you need to follow a few rules.
First, you need to choose varieties of zucchini that are resistant to disease and rot.
Secondly, you need to ensure good soil drainage and loosen it regularly to avoid water stagnation.
Thirdly, you need to control watering and not over-moisten the soil and fruits.
Fourthly, it is necessary to observe the timing and rules of harvesting and not allow the fruits to overripen in the garden.
But there is another simple and effective way to protect zucchini from rotting - use regular table salt. Salt is a natural antiseptic that kills germs and prevents decomposition. In addition, salt strengthens the skin of zucchini and makes it more durable.
To use this method, you will need to dissolve 2 tablespoons of salt in 10 liters of water. Then you need to spray the zucchini with this solution every 10 days from the beginning of flowering until the end of fruiting. This will help keep the zucchini healthy and whole.
By following these tips, you can grow zucchini without rotten fruit and enjoy your harvest.
