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Homeowners Urged To Put This On Pumpkins In October To Prevent Rotting By Garrett Palm Oct. 22, 2025 7:39 pm EST

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If you're hesitant to host a pumpkin carving party in the middle of October because of the rotten horror your creation will become by the end of the month, then read on. There are ways to prevent your pumpkins, carved or uncarved, from becoming gooey, decaying, fly-attracting messes. There are two main methods: coating your pumpkin in a barrier and disinfecting the pumpkin.

Soaking or spraying your pumpkin in water with bleach or vinegar will help moisten it and make it an unfriendly terrain to harmful bacteria. If you're using bleach you can dip it for two to three minutes in a bucket with a water soluti

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