Instead of haunting our landfills with pumpkins, try composting. Pumpkins and other fall gourds are great additions to your home compost pile.
Tips for Composting Pumpkins:
•Smash up any pumpkin rinds and guts before mixing them into your backyard pile with plenty of carbon sources (leaves, wood chips, twigs, etc.).
• Be sure to remove any candles, wax, or lights from your spooky creation, and avoid composting any painted or glittered pumpkins.
Removing seeds ahead of time can help prevent growing pumpkin plants in your compost pile later on.
