Where to Buy Amazing 'Franken-Pumpkins' in New York

October is all about pumpkins, and this year some local farm stands are offering a very special variety.

New York is famous for its unique gourds. The largest pumpkin ever grown in North America, for example, was produced right here in the Empire State, and another New York farmer just took home giant pumpkin honors in Saratoga Springs, NY for a 2,018-pound behemoth (below). But back to Franken-pumpkins...

This year, a pumpkin weighing 2,018 pounds was crowned the winner at the Saratoga Giant PumpkinFest (Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

"Franken-Pumpkins" in New York State

The Frankenstein-themed pumpkins for sale at some of New York's most creative farm stands are created by a process called "molding". Quite literally, a mold of Frankenstein's monster is placed around early-stage pumpkins. As the gourds grow, they fill out the mold (below).

"Molded Pumpkins" are created by placing a mold around early-stage pumpkins that will then grow into the shape of the mold (Canva/Cider Mill Endicott via Facebook)

Pumpkin Molding in New York State

"Molding" can be done with many different types of gourds, vegetables, and fruits (below) . Though it's too late in the season to try the process at home, interested New Yorkers can still buy these fancy pumpkins at at least one farm stand.

Many different fruits and vegetables can be grown inside these molds (Amazon)

Where to Buy Molded Pumpkins in New York

The Cider Mill, located in Endicott, NY offers molded pumpkins at their farm stand at 2 Nanticoke Ave, though they warn that the popular produce won't last long (below). Interested gardeners can plan for the next growing season by checking out molds on Amazon here.

The Cider Mill can be just one of many pumpkin stops this fall in New York. Check out some more awesome options below, and keep scrolling to see the cider mill voted #1 in the country that's hiding in upstate New York.

32 Unique Pumpkin Patches To Check Out This Fall Across New York State

Across New York State, there are plenty of amazing pumpkin patches and farms to check out. Here's a look at 32 unique ones to schedule a fall visit too in alphabetical order:

Gallery Credit: Dave Wheeler