Picture above: Myoung (he/him) glasses, shocked at first prize pumpkin wrapped with a blue sash with gold text “2024 Sydney Royal Easter Show First Prize”
Today we dived into the juicy details of the Great Backyard Pumpkin Challenge straight from the Royal Easter Show! That’s right folks we’re talking about where the green thumbs come together to show their pumpkins, BIG or SMALL! Light or the HEAVIEST, The most jaw-dropping pumpkin in the land!
These growers pull out all stops, nurturing their pumpkins with all the care & secret techniques on how to keep those pumpkins looking fabulous.
Its not all about size …These pumpkins are works of art, from their vibrant orange, smooth skin let’s not mention you can dress up your pumpkin celebrity-like.
Doesn’t matter if you’re young and old, individuals or/and groups, are all encouraged to try their luck in the Great Backyard Pumpkin Challenge.
You can listen to Kyle (he/him) talking to our very own field reporter Myoung above (he/him) in our podcast here
