The painted ones can last for months as long as they aren't in the sunlight. I had one painted one that lasted 11 months! I bought it painted, so I don't know the true age. Carved pumpkins will only last a day or two, and you can refrigerate them to last a little longer. Some people suggest soaking them in ice water or spraying with bleach solution, but I found that only thing that helped was refrigeration. If you want to do an elaborate carving, maybe one the craft pumpkins would be the way to go, they last forever and many look real. I’m with CouversMom baked pumpkin seeds are delish! |