Fit To Be Carved: Finding The Perfect Pumpkin In Time For Halloween
The pumpkin patch has been nurtured, watered, and watched with eager eyes all summer. First, the lovingly planted seeds sprouted leaves, and then, telltale yellow flowers appeared, eventually transforming into large balls of bright orange. Now, right on time for Halloween, farm fields are a hive of activity with hayrides and pumpkin harvests. The perfect […]
Pumpkins: From Humble Crop To Jack-O’-Lanterns
I love Halloween; I always have, always will. Now that I have kids, I adore this spooky time of year even more. From decorating the house with creepy skeletons, witches, and vampires to carving pumpkins, costumes, and trick or treating, we make the most of Halloween. Recently, I wondered why the tradition calls for carved […]
Fall Decor Made Easy With This DIY Pumpkin Planter
The fall brings crisp air, beautiful colors, and for many, an end to the outdoor gardening season. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have pretty things to brighten up your exterior decor! Take these cute DIY pumpkin planters, for instance. I love fall decorations, especially if they involve pumpkins. These DIY planters are super easy […]
How To Grow Perfect Pumpkins In Containers
Many gardeners shy away from growing pumpkins because they take up so much real estate. What goes into the ground as a compact seedling quickly turns into sprawling vines with massive leaves. Don’t despair! You, too, can have a thrilling Halloween if you opt to grow pumpkins in containers! Choose The Right Variety When growing […]
From Pumpkin Patches To Landfills: What To Do With Halloween Leftovers
Happy Halloween! I’ve always been a sucker for this spooky day, and not only because there’s an abundance of candy lying around. Haunted houses, wicked costumes, and carved pumpkins; there’s something fun about being terrified when it’s all pretend. Want to know what’s actually very scary, though? A huge number of pumpkins are wasted every […]