Fruits
Ananas comosus
Pineapple
A tropical bromeliad with a spiky rosette of leaves. A mature plant can form a single pineapple on a central stalk when given bright light and warm conditions.
At a glance
- Sun
- Bright indirect light; acclimate carefully to direct sun
- Mature size
- Height: 3–6 ft. (species range; container growth varies) · Spread: 3–6 ft. (species range; container growth varies)
- Water
- Water when the top of the mix begins to dry; excellent drainage
- Hardiness
- Frost tender
Sizes & prices
- 6"Call for price
- 8"Call for price
- 10"Call for price
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Fruit & harvest
- Pollination
- Fruit can develop without pollination; a second plant is not required.
Growing & care
- Care & pruning
- Grow in a container, protect from frost and avoid soggy roots. After fruiting, the mother plant declines but produces offsets that can be grown on.
- Harvest
- For best sweetness, wait until at least one-third of the shell changes from green toward yellow-green. Harvest timing depends on variety and growing conditions.
Sources & photo credits
University of Florida IFAS Extension
Photo: Nativeplants garden · CC BY-SA 4.0
Reviewed October 1, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.