Main content introduction: Learn how to plant a pineapple top and related experience in planting pineapple flowers correctly. Please refer to the detailed introduction below.
Many plant enthusiasts like to cultivate small potted plants from the seeds of fruits they have eaten, placing them on desks or windowsills. Growing tender green plants in exquisite pots is full of vitality and fun. Besides cultivating beautiful potted plants from fruit seeds, the tops of fresh pineapples can also be grown into pineapple trees, which is also very interesting to have at home.
Previously, some enthusiasts saw others' beautiful pineapple potted plants and tried to grow fresh pineapple tops themselves. However, after a while, not only did they not grow roots, but the bottom rotted away. So they thought it was a scam and that it was impossible for the pineapple to take root and survive.
I have successfully grown many pineapple trees from fresh pineapple tops, but in the northern region, they can only be grown as potted plants for ornamental purposes and cannot produce pineapples. The reason why this enthusiast failed might be due to some minor mistakes during the operation. I will now briefly introduce how to grow a pineapple tree from a pineapple top.
One, use fresh pineapple tops
If you plan to grow a potted pineapple tree yourself, when choosing pineapples, select those with green and fresh leaves. These pineapple tops still store a lot of nutrients and are easy to grow roots. If the leaves on the pineapple top have turned yellow and are no longer fresh, even if you try to grow them hydroponically, they will not grow roots normally.
Two, clean the fruit flesh on top of the pineapple
The reason why the previous enthusiast's pineapple top rotted might be because the fruit flesh was not cleaned properly. You need to cut off all the fruit flesh at the bottom and remove the bottom two layers of leaves, revealing a ring of small bumps, from which white roots will later grow.
If the fruit flesh on top is not entirely removed, when soaked in water, it will not only fail to grow roots but may also rot, which is also why it rots.
Three, first grow roots hydroponically
A well-prepared pineapple top might not easily grow roots if directly planted in a pot. It's best to first grow white roots hydroponically and then plant it in loose and breathable growing soil.
For hydroponic root growth, you can use a plastic cup, insert the pineapple top into the cup, and add 2 to 3 centimeters of clean water. Be careful not to add too much water, as this may affect its breathing and cause it to rot over time.
After adding water, place it in a cool and well-ventilated area for care, changing the water every 3 to 5 days. If the water is not changed for a long time, a layer of sticky substances may accumulate at the bottom, which should be rinsed clean with running tap water if it appears.
Four, repot and transplant
In suitable temperatures, a hydroponically grown pineapple top usually takes about twenty days to grow roots. When the white roots reach a length of approximately 2 to 3 centimeters, you can consider planting it in a pot.
Since the newly grown white roots are tender, the action should be gentle when transferring to soil. Use loose and breathable growing soil to plant it in the pot, press the soil lightly with your hands, and then water thoroughly and place it in a shaded area for care. Once it is fully established, you can then enhance the management of watering, fertilizing, and sunlight.
The above information on how to plant a pineapple top and how to grow it correctly is provided by the Green Plant Enthusiast website for everyone's reference and operation.