Jack Miller

You can hand pollinate a pumpkin by playing the role of a bee and moving pollen from a male flower to a female flower.   It sounds a bit odd, but hand pollinating a pumpkin is one of the most reliable ways to get a bumper crop when bees are scarce.   If you’ve ever … Read more

You can hand crochet a pumpkin by working a simple sphere in the round, stuffing it softly, and cinching it into that classic ribbed shape.   It’s one of the most beginner-friendly amigurumi projects out there, and once you know how to hand crochet a pumpkin, you can make a whole patch in an afternoon. … Read more

Sprouted pumpkin seeds are pumpkin seeds that have begun to germinate, and you can grow them at home with just a few simple supplies.   Growing sprouted pumpkin seeds is a fun, easy project that gives you a fresh, nutritious snack in just a few days.   If you’ve been wondering how to grow sprouted … Read more

You can grow pumpkins vertically by training the vines up a sturdy trellis, fence, or arch instead of letting them sprawl across the ground.   This space-saving approach works beautifully for home gardeners who want a big harvest without giving up their entire backyard.   If you’ve been wondering how to grow pumpkins vertically, the … Read more

You can grow pumpkins from fresh pumpkin seeds, and it’s actually one of the most rewarding gardening projects you can take on.   Those seeds you scoop out of your Halloween pumpkin or your last homegrown squash aren’t trash—they’re the start of next season’s harvest.   The key is knowing how to save, prepare, and … Read more