<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1HYjNa_0vaqMzQL00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1HYjNa_0vaqMzQL00" width="980" height="653" ><figcaption>Brad Elliott</figcaption></figure><p>Fall is coming and you know what that means - it's pumpkin season. Whether it's pumpkin lattes or pies, it's all about the gourd during the autumn months. It's also a time when many families I know paint pumpkins.</p><p>That's right, paint. If you've ever wandered around a neighborhood in the fall, you've probably spotted pumpkins that are not the traditional orange but an entire array of colors. Ever wondered what it all means? An <a href="https://parade.com/living/pumpkin-colors-meaning">article from Parade</a> has quite the list going. Here are some of the ones I've seen in Texas over the years.</p><h2>LOOK: HERE ARE 8 MEANINGS BEHIND PAINTED PUMPKINS YOU'LL SEE IN TEXAS</h2><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0wSNDE_0vaqMzQL00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0wSNDE_0vaqMzQL00" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>Photo: Canva</figcaption></figure><h2>Orange</h2><p>I get it. Painting a pumpkin orange might seem a little redundant, but it's actually a way folks pay respect to the natural beauty of the pumpkin. Orange is often associated with the aspects of fall harvests. Plus, if you're going to carve a <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack-o%27-lantern">Jack-o-lantern</a>, it's got to be orange, right?</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=02JPR0_0vaqMzQL00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=02JPR0_0vaqMzQL00" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>Photo: Canva</figcaption></figure><h2>Black</h2><p>A black-painted pumpkin relates to <a href="https://975kgkl.com/search/?s=Halloween">Halloween</a> and more eerie elements like witches and haunted houses. Black pumpkins add that dramatic touch that catches the eye.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1hw8j4_0vaqMzQL00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1hw8j4_0vaqMzQL00" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>Photo: Canva</figcaption></figure><h2>White</h2><p>White signifies purity and innocence so it's a common choice for those who want to change things up from fall colors. White pumpkins are sometimes used in weddings as decor items.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1z0EqS_0vaqMzQL00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1z0EqS_0vaqMzQL00" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>Photo: Canva</figcaption></figure><h2>Teal</h2><p>The <a href="https://www.foodallergy.org/our-initiatives/awareness-campaigns/living-teal/teal-pumpkin-project">Teal Pumpkin Project</a> encourages folks to offer non-food treats for children who have food allergies. A teal pumpkin lets you know there are safe options available for every trick-or-treater.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=40vChA_0vaqMzQL00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=40vChA_0vaqMzQL00" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>Photo: Canva</figcaption></figure><h2>Pink</h2><p>Popular during <a href="https://www.breastcancer.org/about-breast-cancer/breast-cancer-awareness-month">Breast Cancer Awareness Month</a> in October, pink pumpkins symbolize support for breast cancer research. They're a unique and thoughtful way to raise awareness.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=32j0kI_0vaqMzQL00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=32j0kI_0vaqMzQL00" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>Photo: Canva</figcaption></figure><h2>Gold</h2><p>Golden pumpkins are often associated with luxury and extravagance. Painting a pumpkin gold could be a symbol of prosperity and success. Go for this color if you want to add a touch of elegance to your decor.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3nLeVt_0vaqMzQL00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3nLeVt_0vaqMzQL00" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>Photo: Canva</figcaption></figure><h2>Red</h2><p>One of the main reasons you might choose to paint a pumpkin red is to signify love and passion. Red is universally recognized as the color of love, so a red pumpkin could be a romantic way to celebrate an anniversary or other love-filled occasion.</p><h2>Rainbow</h2><p>A pumpkin painted with all the colors of the rainbow is often a symbol of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LGBT_pride">LGBTQ+ pride</a>. It signifies celebrating diversity and acceptance of all.</p><p>So you see, the colors we choose for our pumpkins are more than just a fun activity, they're an extension of who we are and what we stand for. So the next time you see a pumpkin that's not the standard orange, it may be on purpose. Just like people, pumpkins come in all colors, shapes, and sizes.</p><p>Indeed, pumpkin season is nearly upon us. I never knew how popular pumpkin spice was until I saw entire cities going crazy for this fall-time flavor. There's even a Texas city that makes the list below.</p></div></body>

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Fall is coming and you know what that means - it's pumpkin season. Whether it's pumpkin lattes or pies, it's all about the gourd during the autumn months. It's also a time when many families I know paint pumpkins. That's right, paint. If you've ever wandered around a neighborhood in...