10 Types of Pumpkins to Upgrade Your Fall Decor

Pumpkins come in all different shapes, sizes, and colors.

When you think of fall decorating, you probably think of seasonal gourds, warm fall colors, and of course, pumpkins. And pumpkins aren't just for carving and displaying on your porch—there are myriad places you can style them to get your home feeling autumnal. Pumpkins also come in a range of different varieties aside from that ubiquitous orange gourd we're all so used to seeing around Halloween. Don't get us wrong—we love the classic look! But we're also here for *pumpkin spicing* things up with different colors, shapes, and sizes. Below, find 10 different types of pumpkins you can use for decorating in and around your house.

Related: 23 Creative No-Carve Pumpkin Ideas That Are as Good as Any Jack-O'-Lantern

Cinderella Pumpkins

Originally cultivated in France, these pumpkins are larger, orange, and ribbed. They were named after the fairytale character when the Disney cartoon came out, since these pumpkins look a lot like Cinderella's carriage. They can grow up to 20 inches in diameter, so pop them on your stoop for an easy, low-effort display. Bonus points for gathering a few of different sizes to line your stairs. They're also delish to use in a pie, soups, and more, as their flesh is quite sweet and soft. Decorate with 'em for a couple of weeks in the fall and then carve it up for a yummy meal.

Jarrahdale Pumpkins

Looking to decorate for fall with something that's a bit more unique? Enter: the Jarrahdale pumpkin. These are a light blueish/greenish-gray and grow to about 10 to 14 inches, a perfect size for your porch or entryway. They're also known for their sweet flesh, making them great for cooking and baking.

Blue Doll Pumpkins

These pumpkins have a similar blueish hue to the Jarrahdale, but are more stout and squat. They're also on the larger side so they work well outside on a porch or in an entryway.

Cotton Candy Pumpkins

These white pumpkins are the perfect tabletop or porch decor for the minimalist who doesn't want to interfere with the rest of their neutral decor. Feel like getting a little more creative with your white pumpkins? Since they're basically a blank canvas, little ones can have fun painting them and getting their hands dirty (outside, of course!) without the danger of using any sharp carving tools.

Long Island Cheese Pumpkins

A pumpkin that looks like a wheel of cheese? Count us in. These medium-sized pumpkins come in a range of soft, muted colors, and can be mixed with smaller varieties for tabletop decor or larger pumpkins for a porch or entryway.

Casperita Pumpkins

These little guys are just too adorable. Small in size with a chalky white exterior, they make great tabletop decor. Cluster a few of them with a couple of slightly larger pumpkins of different colors in the middle of your table or style them in a pedestal bowl for a more elevated look.

Marina di Chioggia Pumpkins

They may be a little warty, but we love these green pumpkins anyway! Distinctive and medium in size, display them on a hutch or console. They also have delicious flesh perfect for roasting.

Connecticut Field Pumpkins

Want to just stick to the classics? This heirloom variety is about as classic as it gets, and is probably what you think of when you imagine a Jack-O-Lantern. In fact, not all pumpkins have a great "carvability," but this one is super easy to cut into if you're looking to do some pumpkin carving this fall.

Porcelain Doll Pumpkins

Bring #Barbiecore into your fall decor with these Porcelain Doll pumpkins! This variety is a pale pink when ripe, and can be up to around 20 pounds. Since these are usually on the larger side, they're best for a porch or larger room so they don't take too much space on a dining table.

Toad Pumpkins

As the name implies, these small, bright oranges pumpkins are warty, but pretty dang adorable. Mix them with other pretty squash and pumpkin varieties to display in a decorative bowl on a low shelf or table.

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