It all started with a simple beverage. Starbucks opened the floodgates in 2003 when they introduced their infamous pumpkin spice latte, now autumn will never be the same again.

Beginning sometime in August and continuing until the last of the New Year’s Eve partygoers calls it a night, we’re invaded annually by the taste bud-tingling delights and sweet fall aromas of ginger and nutmeg. The epidemic continues to grow larger and stronger with no slowdown in sight. Last year alone, 37% of American consumers reported purchasing a pumpkin-flavored product, accounting for $361 million in sales – an increase of nearly 80% from 2011.

Consumers won’t have to look far to satisfy their pumpkin spice fix this season either as the list of products containing the creamy orange obsession expands like a virus. If pumpkin spice coffee isn’t for you, never fear – you have a few other options. In fact, your entire day can now be filled with all things pumpkin spice.

You can start your day with some pumpkin spice English muffins…or bagels…or waffles, topped with some pumpkin spice Country Crock spread. After washing that down with some pumpkin spice milk and popping in a piece of pumpkin spice chewing gum, you’re ready to face the rest of the pumpkin spice world – but not before giving your dog some pumpkin spiced dog treats!

Lunch could include some pumpkin spice hummus along with some pumpkin spice Pringles on the side. Your afternoon snack options are nearly endless; Twinkies, Oreos, M&Ms – take your pick – you’ll find pumpkin spice flavor options for all of them.

What’s for dinner? How about some organic pumpkin spice chicken sausage? Yes, it really exists! If pasta is more your style, pumpkin spice noodles are available as well as gluten free pumpkin pasta sauce.

Pretty Pumpkin bouquet by Mancuso’s Florist

What better way to end the day than with a big bowl of pumpkin spice ice cream or a pumpkin pie blizzard from Dairy Queen? Perhaps you would enjoy a nightcap from one of the craft beer industry’s most popular seasonal offerings – pumpkin beer. You could always build a cozy fall fire and roast some pumpkin spice marshmallows…where does it end?

How about spicing up your pumpkins in a fun way this fall with some succulents from Mancuso’s Florist? We’ll help you get in the pumpkin spice spirit with our adorable Pretty Pumpkin bouquet featuring big bold sunflowers in a special hand-painted ceramic pumpkin! We also offer a wide variety of beautiful fall-themed designs and centerpieces for your entire family to enjoy. Give us a call today or stop by the store to get yourself in the pumpkin spice spirit.