Pumpkins are more than garden favorites. They have a fascinating history stretching back thousands of years in the Americas, where Indigenous peoples cultivated squash as an important food crop. Today, pumpkins bring a little autumn magic to our gardens and kitchens—and there's no reason to waste those seeds! Learn a little about pumpkin history, discover their nutritional benefits, and turn your pumpkin-carving leftovers into a crunchy snack.

There is something pretty satisfying about growing your own vegetables. But you know what's even better? Growing them again next year without having to buy every single packet of seeds all over again. Welcome to seed saving, where your garden gives you a little something extra for your efforts.

There is something incredibly satisfying about planting one little garlic clove in the fall and digging up an entire beautiful bulb the following summer.