Pumpkins and other fall gourds are great additions to your home compost pile. Here are some 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 pumpkin and avoid composting anything that is painted or has glitter.
• Removing seeds ahead of time can help prevent growing pumpkin plants in your compost pile later on. Alternatively, you can remove your seeds to roast as a snack.
