Whether you usually spend three minutes or three hours creating your Halloween pumpkin, you probably wish it would last longer than it does. Never fear! You can follow a few tricks to keep your ...

But, not to fear! If you have not jumped on the pumpkin carving bandwagon yet, or just want to know how to preserve your jack-o-lanterns next year, there are a bunch of steps you can take ...

A punctured pumpkin can be a telltale sign you have pests in your yard, and while these bushy-tailed bandits might look cute, they're anything but when it comes to preserving your seasonal décor.

In Preserved: Vegetables, the latest in a series of four books devoted to preservation, she presents a few ways to preserve October's most iconic vegetable. On the salty side, you can brine pickles ...

After harvesting pumpkins, keep them cool and out of sunlight to extend their life. “Carved pumpkins have a much shorter shelf-life, sometimes only a few days up to a week, before noticeable ...

Rich with pumpkin flavor and warming seasonal spices, pumpkin pie is a no-fuss dessert that's easy to make and perfect for making ahead. The iconic holiday dessert boasts a smooth, silky filling ...

Sure, you can eat pumpkin pie in the summer, but let's face it, it doesn't quite hit the spot. When fall rolls around, and as Thanksgiving approaches, the brisk weather practically begs for the ...

As a bonus, the clear spray paint helps preserve the pumpkin, allowing you to enjoy your gourd longer. Performing regular inspections of your pumpkins will help preserve their appearance and ...

Oh, and it’s illegal to dump anything in a county forest preserve and can lead to fines. The district recommends composting pumpkins at home or at a composting facility. SCARCE, an environmental ...

Whether you usually spend three minutes or three hours creating your Halloween pumpkin, you probably wish it would last longer than it does. Never fear! You can follow a few tricks to keep your ...