Jack Miller

You can preserve a pumpkin for months by curing it properly, keeping it in the right environment, and using a few simple techniques that slow down decay.   Whether you just harvested a big orange beauty from your garden or grabbed a few from the store, learning how to preserve a pumpkin is easier than … Read more

You can tell if a pumpkin flower is pollinated by looking closely at the base of the female flower a day or two after it blooms.   If that tiny green bulge starts to swell and grow, congratulations, pollination has happened.   But if the flower wilts and the little fruit behind it turns yellow … Read more

You can preserve a carved pumpkin for days or even weeks longer by focusing on moisture control, temperature, and a few clever tricks.   Keeping your carved pumpkin fresh isn’t complicated, but it does require a bit of know-how if you want it to survive beyond a day or two.   In this post, we’ll … Read more

You can keep a pumpkin from rotting by controlling moisture, temperature, and handling carefully from the moment you bring it home.   Whether you’re trying to keep a pumpkin from rotting on your porch, in storage, or after carving, the same basic rules apply.   In this post, we’ll look at how to keep a … Read more

You can paint a pumpkin to turn a plain orange gourd into a colorful decoration that matches your fall style.   Painting a pumpkin is a fun, forgiving craft that works for beginners and kids alike.   If you’ve been wondering how can you paint a pumpkin, the short answer is yes—you can paint a … Read more