named for Jack O’Lantern of the Irish myth, were actually quite terrifying. They were carved from turnips or beets rather than festive orange pumpkins and were intended to ward off unwanted ...

“The typical jack-o’-lantern is Cucurbita pepo,” he said. A post shared by Noel Y. Calingasan • NYC (@nyclovesnyc) Squash breeders have cultivated five species, Cucurbita pepo ...

With a tinge of lovable attitude, the eight foot tall creature insists he not be called a jack-o’-lantern but Lewis instead. "I am not a king. I am not a God. I am Lewis," and "I am not a jack-o ...

RECOMMENDED: The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze returns in September with dazzling new attractions This year's festivities include an expanded and enhanced jack-o'-lantern trail that stretches for ...