Ologies with Alie Ward Cucurbitology (PUMPKINS) with Anne Copeland
Oct 8, 2019
Author and pumpkin enthusiast Anne Copeland discusses pumpkin folklore, history, recipes, and more. Topics include creation myths, pumpkin care, medicinal properties of seeds, proposing via pumpkin, and debunking pumpkin origin stories. Dive into the magical world of pumpkins and gourds with whimsical anecdotes and informative tidbits.
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Pumpkin-On-A-Plane Sparked A Obsession
- Anne Copeland once brought a full pumpkin on a plane from Virginia to California and charmed fellow passengers and crew.
- That spontaneous pumpkin purchase sparked her deep obsession and eventually her book on pumpkins.
Pick Pumpkins By Stem, Skin, And Sound
- For eating, choose pumpkins with dark green stems and deep orange skin and thump them; a loud hollow sound indicates readiness.
- Use intuition and personal taste when picking decorative pumpkins; you’ll know the right one when it speaks to you.
Pumpkins Are Botanically Berries
- Botanically, pumpkins are fleshy seeded fruits formed from one ovary, which classifies them as berries.
- Many common 'vegetables' like cucumbers, avocados, and bananas are technically berries too.