While many people just throw away their jack-o'-lantern come November 1st, why not re-purpose the pumpkin for other uses. If you live close to nature and some wildlife, old pumpkin always makes a tasty snack for a furry neighbor. Cut up good ol' Jack and leave pieces strewn outside, away from your yard. If you're feeling exceptionally generous, you can always decide to share some pumpkin seeds with the birds. Place any unwanted pumpkin seeds in a container and let the birds have a tasty snack. If you're in the mood for some gardening, then use your old jack-o'-lantern as a planter for some fresh flowers or bulbs. Simply fill the hollowed out pumpkin with dirt and place your bulb of choice inside. With a little love and water, you will have flowers blooming in no time. The great thing about using the pumpkin as a planter, when it rots it will just decompose into the soil and become fertilizer.
