Squashed
Tags: Gardening · Nature · Sustainability
A small wildlife experiment in the back bed this autumn. I left our carved Halloween pumpkins in the southern corner to feed slugs and snails and to watch pumpkin decay. Sweet cicely grows there and the Child Who Likes Animals drops melon rind, now mould and spiders lurk. Tips on how to compost pumpkins in garden.
Rolly's Take
This blog speaks to those who find beauty in the overlooked corners of life — the quiet moments of decay that hint at renewal. It's for the kind of person who delights in small experiments, cherishing the delicate dance between nature and nurture, and who sees the magic in a pumpkin left to the elements. It invites readers to explore the gentle rhythms of gardening, where even the mundane becomes a canvas for curiosity and connection with wildlife. Here, the act of composting transcends mere practicality; it evolves into a meditation on life’s cycles, revealing a deeper appreciation for the natural world.