Here’s a spooky stat: according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Americans purchase around 1.3 billion pounds of pumpkins for Halloween each year. Unfortunately, over 1 billion pounds (aka more than 80%) are tossed into landfills. Boo!
Instead of letting your jack-o’-lanterns meet a scary end, here are some sustainable (and tasty!) ways to prolong your pumpkins:
Roast the Seeds
Pumpkin seeds make a crunchy, nutritious snack. Clean, season, and roast them—then stash your snack in our Reusable Bags for an easy grab-and-go treat.
Make Pumpkin Purée
Transform your leftover pumpkin into a silky purée. It’s perfect for pies, soups, or smoothies—and stays fresh when stored in our Seal Tight Bowls.
Make Pumpkin Broth
Don’t toss the scraps! Simmer them into a savory pumpkin broth. Freeze portions in our Cup Cubes or Freezer Cubes (or do both with Freezer Storage Set) and add seasonal flavor to soups and stews all winter long.
Compost It
If you’re ready to say goodbye, composting is the most earth-friendly option. Just skip the painted pumpkins—paint can make composting unsafe.
With a little creativity (and the right containers), your pumpkin can last long past Halloween to avoid a frightful pileup at the landfill. 🎃