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Diagnosing Abnormal Crookneck Squash Fruit

Hard-shelled, hollow, split 2-3 inch fruits suggest your yellow crookneck may have crossed with gourds — a common issue when seed purity isn't maintained.

What This Means

If crossed with gourds: fruit is inedible, ornamental only
No remedy for current plants
Source pure seed from reputable suppliers next season

This isn't a cultural problem — it's genetic. Your growing practices are likely fine; the seed source is the issue.

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