Alberto Ray

Downy mildew can turn pumpkin leaves brown, reducing the effective leaf surface. This loss of leaf surface can affect the yield, size, and quality of… Read More »Do Pumpkins Get Fungus?

An easy way to reuse pumpkins is to split them into chunks and add them to compost. That way, they help fertilize the soil in… Read More »What Do You Do With Jack O Lanterns After Halloween?

Similar to released balloons, sky lanterns all return to earth as litter. What happens to lanterns after they are released? Some lanterns burn up when… Read More »Where Do Lanterns Go When You Release Them?

If pumpkins are planted too early, they may become soft and mushy before Halloween. Too late, and they won’t be ready in time. In general,… Read More »What Happens If I Plant Pumpkins Late?

Growing pumpkins from seeds planted directly into the garden is often more successful than starting seeds indoors and planting transplants. There is no transplant shock… Read More »Do Pumpkin Seeds Transplant Well?

Moisture causes rapid deterioration. If stored properly, a whole, unblemished pumpkin can be stored for three to six months at 45 degrees to 50 degrees… Read More »How Long Can You Preserve A Pumpkin?

Plant your pumpkin seeds 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep for the best results. You will need to create mounds of dirt every 2–6 feet (60–180… Read More »Can You Plant Pumpkin Seedlings Deeper?

Unopened Vaseline will last a lifetime as there are no active ingredients, so there’s nothing in there to expire. Does bacteria grow on Vaseline? And… Read More »Does Vaseline Get Moldy?