How to Plan a Kid’s Vegetable Garden
There’s really not much that’s cooler than a kid’s vegetable garden. It combines all things fun and neat in the world, and you get to experience gardening through their eyes. …
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Flourless Pumpkin Muffins
Muffins are a delectable snack that you can grab when you’re on the go or need something to get you through the hours between meals. And for those with celiac …
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin seeds are often the first thing to go when opening up a pumpkin. Along with the strings, pumpkin seeds get scooped out and promptly tossed in the trash. But …
Essential Tools and Equipment for Growing and Enjoying Pumpkins
Growing pumpkins doesn’t require a lot of specialty tools; the biggest investment you make might be for an irrigation system. The other items on this list are basic tools to …
Harvesting Your Pumpkins
Your pumpkins are ready for harvest when they’ve reached their particular color (orange in most cases), the rind is hard, and the vine is mostly dry. This is where you’ll …
Pollinating Your Pumpkins
Your pumpkin plants will proliferate only through pollination. You can count on the bees to do it, or you can lend a hand to ensure your female flowers are pollinated …
The Three Sisters Planting Method for Pumpkins
If you’d like to honor ancient tradition in your garden, you might want to consider a Three Sisters garden: corn, beans, and pumpkin all together. This style of planting ensures …
Preparing to Plant Your Pumpkins
Pumpkins come in four basic growing types: vining, semi-bush, bush, and miniature. They all need lots of sun, lots of space, and lots of water. …
Preparing Your Home Garden to Welcome Pumpkins
Before you pick up your first seed packet, make sure your garden area is set up to welcome pumpkins. The first thing you’ll need to do is test your soil; …
Pumpkin Terminology
Pumpkins come in so many colors, sizes, and textures that it helps to have the lingo down before you decide on the pumpkins you want to grow. You’ll also sound …
