Jack Miller

To choose a good pumpkin for cooking, you want one that feels heavy for its size and has a firm, hard rind.   That’s the short answer, and honestly, it’s the fastest way to avoid bringing home a bland, watery gourd that ruins your pie or soup.   Whether you’re making pumpkin pie, roasting cubes … Read more

Caring for a succulent pumpkin is easier than you might think, and it starts with understanding what this fun little plant actually needs.   If you’ve been asking how to care for succulent pumpkin, you’re in the right place because these charming plants are surprisingly low-maintenance once you know the basics.   Succulent pumpkin plants … Read more

You can carve a plastic pumpkin with the right tools and a little patience, even though it’s not the same as carving a real one.   The good news is that carving a plastic pumpkin is actually easier in some ways because there are no seeds to scoop and no rotting to worry about.   … Read more

Caring for pumpkin seedlings is all about giving them warmth, light, and steady moisture without drowning them.   If you’ve ever wondered how to care for pumpkin seedlings so they grow into strong, productive vines, you’re in the right place.   Pumpkin seedlings are surprisingly tender in their first few weeks.   They need the … Read more

How to Care for Pumpkin Vines To care for pumpkin vines, give them full sun, consistent moisture, and plenty of room to sprawl.   Pumpkin vines are vigorous growers, but they still need a little guidance to stay healthy and productive.   Whether you’re growing pumpkins for pies, jack-o’-lanterns, or just for fun, learning how … Read more