Tag: Pumpkin

This is a rare old variety producing medium sized pumpkins with a long thin ‘trombone’ like neck. The flesh is sweet and commonly used in pumpkin pies, scones and soup. Sow in Spring and Summer or most of the year in Warm climates. What vegetable is a trombone? trombone zucchini | Summer harvest, School garden, […]

As far as carving a sugar pumpkin goes, we wouldn’t recommend that either. Sugar pumpkins are denser and have thicker skin, which makes carving more difficult and dangerous. For safety’s sake, stick to carving pumpkins for, well, carving. What is the difference between a sugar pumpkin and regular pumpkin? First off, sugar pumpkins are not […]

They’re great for roasting, making soups and for making homemade pumpkin puree for pies, not just because they have a good pumpkin flavor, but also because their firmer and less stringy flesh roasts up to a much more pleasant consistency than that of a much larger pumpkin. Are sugar pumpkins good to eat? Health Matters […]

The skin is less tough. Your knife will go right through it.” Similar at the core, but different in price. “The difference in cost is because less farmers are growing the white pumpkins, so that’s why they’ll cost a little more on the retail side,” he said. Do white pumpkins taste different? Yes, white pumpkins […]

There are many different varieties of Blue pumpkins including Queensland Blue, Australian Blue, Jarrahdale, Blue Doll, Blue Moon, and Blue Lakota. Blue pumpkins are extremely popular in Australia and New Zealand where they are prized as a cooking pumpkin because of their thick flesh and superior flavor. What are the green pumpkins called? Kabocha squash […]

So what is a gramma? Technically, it’s not a pumpkin but a member of the squash family. It is sometimes confused with the Butternut pumpkin, but the Butternut was not developed until the 1940s. What’s a gramma pumpkin? Pumpkin Gramma is an annual vine easily grown in good, well-drained soil. Gramma is commonly used in […]

If they’re properly toasted and are small to medium sized, they are wonderfully crunchy and easy to eat. The larger carving pumpkins will yield large seeds, which are probably best to eat shelled. Don’t throw out your pumpkin seeds! Can I eat seeds from carving pumpkin? Styrian pumpkin seeds are ideal for eating because they […]

Here are the best ways to dry pumpkin leaves at home – air drying (the good age-old method), using a Food Dehydrator, and drying them using an oven. Air drying is slowest and cannot be done at will, but cheapest while food dehydrator and oven are faster but needs appliances. How can pumpkin leaves be […]

You Can Eat Squash Leaves and Pumpkin Leaves Squash leaves, or pumpkin leaves, are a nutritional powerhouse, containing not only typical leafy green benefits like vitamins A, B, and C, but also minerals such as zinc, iron, potassium, and magnesium. Squash leaves, trimmed and cut for the cooking pot. Can you eat squash leaves? Also, […]

Ugu. Pumpkin leaf, which is locally known as “Ugu,” is one of those plants that secretly carry some unbelievable health benefits. It is said to be secret because the health benefits of the plant are unknown to most people. What are pumpkin vines called? squash, squash vine – any of numerous annual trailing plants of […]

Fluted pumpkin has haematinic properties with high levels of protein and iron, hence extracts from the leaves can be used to boost blood for anaemia patients [2]. Is Ugu leaf good for blood? Fluted pumpkin(Ugu) leaves are always recommended for patients who suffer from a shortage of blood (anemia) due to the effect of certain […]

Known to help reduce the sugar level in the blood, the hypoglycemic effect of pumpkin leaves help keep diabetes under control. Studies have also shown that the aqueous leaf extract of pumpkin leaves acts as anti-diabetic properties which help to reduce and regulate the glucose level of diabetic patients. What are the benefits of eating […]

Most parts of the pumpkin are edible, including the fleshy shell, the seeds, the leaves, and the flowers. How many parts are edible in pumpkin plant? The edible parts of the pumpkin are the fleshy shell, leaves, fruit, and seeds. The pumpkin seeds are a popular snack. Can you eat the leaves of a pumpkin […]

When a pumpkin goes bad, it will first begin to get soft on the bottom and then start leaking liquid. This is followed very quickly by mold in multiple colors, please throw it out before it gets to this point! How do you know when a pumpkin has gone bad? Look for damage to the […]

Fluted pumpkin leaves contains the amount of protein needed for hormone balancing; tissue repairs and regulates the acidities of body cells and organs [3]. The plant contains high amounts of phosphorus making it useful for keeping off onset of kidney diseases like kidney stone. What does pumpkin leaf cure? Pumpkin leaves are high in essential […]

One of the many benefits of growing your own pumpkins instead of buying canned pumpkin from the grocery store is that you can eat every part of the plant. What is this? Yes, pumpkin flowers, leaves, stems, seeds, and flesh (including pumpkin skin) are all edible! Can pumpkin leaves be eaten? Pumpkin flesh is typically […]

Yes, white pumpkins are edible. Even though white pumpkins may look quite a bit different from the typical orange Jack-o-Lantern, they are actually quite similar. White pumpkins taste almost exactly like their orange counterparts, and they are also grown in exactly the same manner. Can green pumpkins be eaten? Even green flesh can be used […]

Pumpkin leaves can be consumed in various ways. It can be made as a soup, added to salads, made as a dessert or eaten raw. It is essential to make sure the leaves are not overcooked to prevent the nutrients from being destroyed. The best way is to eat the leaves raw or half-cooked for […]

Well, they won’t kill you, but the flavor may lack sweetness. Green pumpkins happen. All pumpkins start out green and gradually ripen to orange. Once they are ripe the vine dies, and the fruit is ready. Can you eat unripened pumpkins? Contrary to popular belief, any pumpkin you can grow is edible. This includes unripened […]

Stomach Ache Pumpkin seeds cause stomach ache when consumed in huge quantities. It is a rich source of fatty oils, which on ingestion beyond acceptable levels, could cause stomach upset followed by cramps and pain. Just try consuming 1-2 teaspoons at a time or eat it along with other foods to nullify this side effect. […]