Few things say “October” like the plethora of pumpkins that are visible nearly everywhere you go. Outside (and inside) grocery stores, on porches and window sills, at farmer’s markets and roadside stands.
Tis truly the season of this iconic cucurbit.
There’s no doubt that for many of us - here in North America at least - the sight stirs feelings of joy and nostalgia, but for a lot of veteran vermicomposters there is an extra feeling of excitement and anticipation.
Why? Because pumpkins are one of the best worm composting feedstocks on the planet!