{"product_id":"ornamental-pineapple-10-bag","title":"Pineapple - 10\" Grow bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnanas comosus grown as an ornamental is a striking bromeliad forming a rosette of long, arching, sword-shaped leaves, often edged with small spines or brightened with cream and pink variegation. At maturity it sends up a colourful flower spike that develops into a small, decorative pineapple crowned with a leafy tuft. Dwarf ornamental forms are popular as eye-catching potted novelties for patios, balconies and bright interiors. It loves warmth and full to bright light, tolerates drought well, and is well-suited to India's tropical and subtropical climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBromeliaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-100 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60-90 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong arching sword leaves, often spiny\/variegated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReddish-purple spike, ornamental fruit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnce at maturity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull to bright light for best colour and fruit.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater when topsoil dries; tolerates some drought.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-draining sandy\/loamy mix.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-32C; keep above 12C.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate; adaptable.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced feed monthly in growing season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove old leaves and spent fruit stalk.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot when pot-bound; deep enough pot.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant the leafy crown or root offsets\/suckers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMealybugs, scale; treat with neem.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant non-toxic; unripe fruit\/sap can irritate.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Grown as an ornamental potted novelty and patio accent; variegated forms add bold colour, and the miniature fruit is decorative.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Across most of India it thrives outdoors in bright sun; in pots give it a deep, free-draining container and full light to encourage colourful foliage and fruiting, and protect from frost in the north.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I water an ornamental pineapple?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater when the top of the soil dries out; it tolerates short dry spells. Keep it on the drier side rather than soggy to avoid root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt loves full to very bright light, which intensifies leaf colour and encourages flowering and fruiting. Indoors give it the brightest spot available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the fruit edible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrnamental forms produce a small pineapple that is technically edible but mainly decorative. The unripe fruit and sap can irritate, so it is grown for show.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe plant is generally non-toxic, but the spiny leaf edges can scratch and the unripe fruit sap may irritate, so keep curious pets at a distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwist or cut off the leafy crown from a fruit, let it dry a day, then root it in soil. You can also pot up offsets or suckers from the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot when it becomes pot-bound, choosing a deep, sturdy container with free-draining soil to support the heavy rosette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long until it fruits?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA healthy plant may flower and set its small ornamental fruit after about a year or more of strong growth in bright light and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, in a very bright spot, though it grows and fruits best outdoors in full sun in India's warm climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves not colourful?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDull foliage usually means insufficient light. Move it to a sunnier position to bring out the pink, red and cream tones in variegated types.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I fertilize?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed with a balanced fertilizer about once a month during the growing season to support strong leaves and fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256269930742,"sku":"PLT-ORNAMENTALPI-B10-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/IpGd06TD0Qju3SGdLBzNrUenTHePqxbc2MobdjN4.png?v=1783923111","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/ornamental-pineapple-10-bag","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}