Jack-O-Lanterns, pumpkin pies, pumpkin soup—the possibilities are limitless! Grow the perfect pumpkin, from pie pumpkins, tiny pumpkins to use in your fall décor, or giant pumpkins that will impress your...

Pumpkins labeled “pie pumpkins” or “sugar pumpkins” are the best varieties of pumpkin for cooking. They are smaller than traditional carving pumpkins and have a sweeter, less-watery flesh. Select a...

...into the soil with a spade fork, or just your hands, until you’re sure no more potatoes are left. Pumpkins Harvest pumpkins once they’ve turned firm and deep orange. Cut...

Squirrels enjoy making meals out of your carved Jack-O-Lanterns and decorative pumpkins. Try this natural method to keep them away without harming them: Combine 1 gallon of water, 1 teaspoon...

...“large melon.” Pumpkins originated in Central America. Pumpkins are actually a fruit. Many people think it should be our national fruit. Pumpkin is also a squash; a member of Curcurbita...

...taste buds. Start By Selecting The Right Pumpkin “Pie pumpkins” or “sweet pumpkins” are the best varieties of pumpkins for cooking. They are smaller than traditional jack-o-lantern pumpkins and have...

...proportion of the garden varieties that are near and dear to us. In fact, this grouping contains more plant species used for human food than any other. It includes: Pumpkins...

...pumpkin recipes. While pumpkins grown for carving aren’t as flavorful as pumpkins grown for eating, they’re still delicious and can be used in a number of recipes. The following instructions will...

Whether carved, painted, or artfully arranged, pumpkins are one of the easiest and most popular autumn decorations. They can be much more than just decorative, however. In fact, they can...