Squash pollination bags

We use bags like these for hand-pollinating squash.  Some people use tape or paper bags instead; we prefer these because they’re reusable. We put the bag over a flower, and then tie it below the flower with a piece of twine.  An overhand knot is adequate and quick.  Different squash varieties have different sizes of flowers; we’ve found that the 3″ x 6″ bag works for most squash, but for a few (particularly ones with long fruits) a larger bag would be helpful; so we offer varied sizes, but really mainly use size B ourselves.

If you are a frugal gardener, I can also attest that these bags are not too difficult to make; I sew them out of old sheets.  The price simply reflects that I’m not very fast with a sewing machine.

All sizes come in sets of 10 bags.