Uh Oh....Squishy Squash Stems...

This morning I went to water the garden and as I was looking at the squash I noticed a lot of damage "overnight". Many of the leaves and stems were wilted.  When I touched one of the stems it oozed gooey, clear stuff.   I don't know if I have a borer or a fungus?  I pulled the affected plants and hope it doesn't spread to the others.   The box that they are in isn't doing great.  The squash has been blooming beautiful.  I read that it may help if I wrap the stems in foil.  I may try that or I risk losing the other plants.

It's amazing to watch how much the garden grows every day.  Neighbors that I have never met have come over and introduced themselves for the first time in 2 years.  My Garden has become a place to visit with passers by taking their evening walks and even kids ask what I'm growing.  My older neighbors average 70+ years old. They share their stories of the gardens they had when they were younger and how gardens were a staple in their childhoods.   It seems a time gone by may have another go around and I am so happy I put my garden in the front.  My husband is sometimes more excited than I am and we are talking about expanding it.  My next project is a chicken coop.  My back yard has plenty of room and I look forward to adding to the homestead.

Here are a couple pictures.  Sage advice is always welcome!

Peace to All!!!