How to Make a Pumpkin Flower Vase

Halloween isn’t just about cobwebs and sweets, it’s also the perfect time to get creative with nature’s most iconic autumn symbol: the pumpkin.  

This year, why not swap out your usual vase for something a little more seasonal? A pumpkin flower vase makes a stunning (and sustainable!) centrepiece for your table, doorstep, or windowsill. 

Here’s our step-by-step guide to creating your own beautiful pumpkin arrangement - whether you’re going for rustic charm, moody autumnal elegance, or something a little more whimsical. 

What You’ll Need 

• One medium or large pumpkin. Hint, choose one with a flat base so it sits securely.
• A sharp knife or carving tool
• A large spoon or scoop
• A glass or plastic container (small enough to fit inside the pumpkin)
• Fresh flowers and foliage – Think dahlias, chrysanthemums, roses, eucalyptus, berries, and dried grasses.

Step 1: Choose Your Pumpkin 

Pick a pumpkin that complements your style and setting. 

• Classic orange pumpkins give a warm, traditional autumn look.
• White pumpkins (like ‘Ghost’ or ‘Snowball’) offer a chic, minimalist twist. Maybe you could fill with some spooky moody cala lilies.
• Green or mottled varieties add a rustic, woodland charm. Think autumnal leaves, copper or beech branches and red eucalyptus. 

Make sure it’s sturdy and free from soft spots so your arrangement lasts longer

Step 2: Prepare Your Pumpkin 

Cut around the stem to create a lid (like you would for carving). Make the opening wide enough to easily arrange your flowers later. 

Scoop out the seeds and pulp until the inside is clean and smooth.

Step 3: Add Your Liner 

To keep your flowers fresh and your pumpkin from rotting too quickly, place a watertight container or jar inside the pumpkin cavity. This will act as your inner vase. 

Step 4: Arrange Your Flowers 

Now for the fun part! Start with your foliage base - eucalyptus, ferns, or ivy work beautifully to create shape and texture.

Next, add your focal blooms (think dahlias, roses, or sunflowers) and build around them with smaller filler flowers and berries. 

Play with height and contrast - let a few stems drape naturally over the edge for a relaxed, organic look. 

Step 5: Style and Enjoy 

Once you’re happy with your arrangement, place your pumpkin vase on a tray or plate to catch any drips.

Display it on your dining table, doorstep, mantlepiece, or windowsill for an instant autumn mood boost. 

To make it last longer: 

• Keep it cool and out of direct sunlight
• Top up water every couple of days
• Replace any wilted flowers as needed