AUSTIN (KXAN) -- In the days leading up to Halloween, many people show their artistic talent by decorating pumpkins for their porches. Then, in the days leading up to Thanksgiving, others show their culinary talents by baking pumpkins pies and other delectable delights.

What happens after that? What do you do with pumpkins after they've been used for decoration or for eating?

There are several things you can sustainably do with your pumpkin that does not include throwing into the landfall.

The latest edition of Take Care of Texas includes an article called "Too Gourd To Waste." Shannon Casey, marketing and outreach specialist for Take Care of Texas, offers a few ways that pumpkins can be repurposed.

For example, did you know a pumpkin contains vitamins that, when combined with other in

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