Perfect Pumpkin Picking
Fall, for some is the beginning of the most tradition rich parts of the year, and for me is the best time. I love the chill in the air, all the vibrant colors, the smells, delicious foods, football, fun and spooky decorations, haunted houses, corn mazes and pumpkin patches! Every year we take our kids to Powell pumpkin patch to take pictures, walk the trails, ride the hay ride, race through the corn maze, and pick out pumpkins to take home and decorate.
Here are some “perfect pumpkin picking” tips:
• A stem that is at least 1 to 2 inches long (pumpkins without stems do not last as long) plus how would you yank its top off.
• If you are wanting it to sit up straight make sure the bottom is flat
• No preexisting holes, cuts, or soft spots.