Pumpkins come in many different colors in addition to orange, and they are found in a variety of shapes and sizes. (Photo courtesy of National Garden Bureau Inc.)

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Wooden basket full of fresh, organic vegetables. (iStock - Brzozowska)

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White packs of salad, cucumber, beet, pumpkin, tomato, paprika seeds on fresh dark soil background. Planting vegetables. Preparation for garden season in early spring. (Photo: iStock - FotoDuets)

Using leftover vegetable seeds

  • By Jake Weber │ Kansas State University Research and Extension
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