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🍂 Fun Pumpkin Trivia
Are pumpkins fruits or vegetables?
Pumpkins are scientifically fruits! They contain seeds and develop from the flower of a plant, just like apples or tomatoes.
Where is the pumpkin capital?
Morton, Illinois is the self-proclaimed "Pumpkin Capital of the World." About 85% of the world's canned pumpkin is processed there!
How big is the largest pumpkin?
The current world record for the heaviest pumpkin is over 2,700 pounds! That's heavier than some cars.
Why do we carve them?
The tradition started in Ireland using turnips and potatoes to ward off evil spirits. When immigrants came to America, they discovered pumpkins were much easier to carve!