I did a double-take today at Whole Foods when I saw a "pumpkin tree" mixed in with the flowers. Since I had an extra $5 to spend, I decided to indulge. Sure, the pumpkin tree was about $12 and the $5 could have been used as a savings on what was already in my bag, but there is no need to focus on that.When I got home, I did a quick Google search to find out more about the pumpkin tree. My main question was, "Are the pumpkins edible?" I found the answer from Stevens & Son Wholesale Florist. It turns out that the "pumpkins" are really ornamental eggplants. In Asia, they are used in stir-frys.
I'll probably stick to using mine as decoration, but it would be fun to grow some to eat and decorate with in future years. The Gardener's Network describes in detail how you can grow your own.

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10-16-2008 @10:00PM Kelsey said... I love this!! So adorable and festive, I might just have to get some. :]
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