How to grow pineapple from leaves in a pot
- Choose a Healthy Pineapple:
Select a ripe pineapple with healthy leaves, avoiding wilted ones. - Prepare the Pineapple Top:
Twist off the crown, removing some flesh to expose the stem. - Let it Dry:
Leave the pineapple top in a warm, dry place for 1-2 days to dry and callus. - Prepare the Pot:
Use a pot with drainage holes, filling it with potting mix, leaving space at the top. - Plant the Top:
Plant the pineapple top in the center of the pot, pressing it gently into the soil. - Water Thoroughly:
Water the planted pineapple top, ensuring moist soil without waterlogging. - Place in Sunlight:
Put the pot in a spot with bright, indirect sunlight. - Provide Care:
Water regularly, avoiding soggy soil. Optional: use rooting hormone. - Monitor Growth:
Be patient as roots establish; growth may take months. - Transplant if Needed:
Move to a larger pot as the plant grows.
Growing pineapple from leaves in a pot is rewarding and simple with proper care. Follow these steps and enjoy watching your pineapple plant thrive and eventually bear delicious fruit.