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I PLANTED THIS OCTOBER 8TH, 2008 SHOULD'NT THIS STORE BOUGHT DEL MONTE PINEAPPLE BE BIGGER THEN THIS??? TIPS/SUGGESTIONS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME (AND NEEDED) HERE!!!
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proletariatcsp
Registered: July 2008
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Yes, should be much larger. In less than ideal conditions the pineapple should reach maturity in 15-18 months. Right away I can tell you that the pot is entirely too big. The plant can grow in a large pot but it must be able to maintain to amount of water in the soil. Try going down to a 1gal untill the crown is twice as wide as the pot, than transplant to 5gal. Water, sunlight, and soil pH are the most important factors.
Pinepples require allot of bright light. However, the brightness is not as important as how many hours of light they receive. The best indication is if the leaves get thinner at their base as they lengthen or, the the plant bends toward the light source. These are indications that light is too low. Choose a south-facing location.
pH and temperature is very important too. Pinepples do best at 70-90F, and will become slightly damaged below 60 or above 95, but will take brief periods of frost above freezing. They like humidity but not soaking or constant spraying, a pebble tray is best. Soil pH should be slightly acidic to neutral 5.5-6.5 prefered. If it is 7 or higher growth slows.
Pineapples are extremely drought and water tolerant, requiring only 1" twice a month or so. The soil should be dry before watering. Completely soak but not in a tray. The pineapple can handle temporary water logging but if the soil does not drain fast the leaves will become blistered and spotted and the roots will decay. I am still trying to find the best soil myself since standard potting mix is wet for too long.
13-3-12 (with minors) foliar, when you water.
5% urea 2% iron sulfate 1% zinc sulfate (should be present in fert) Slow release fomulas at half the recommended rate i.e. 6-2-6, and half the application amount can be used every 3-4 months especially in winter when plant is dormant and foliar is not needed. Foliar is most important while growing. Pineapples are also sensitive to chlorine/chloramine tap water, but are otherswise very hardy and salt tolerant.
water 1 inch semi-monthly. Dry then soak if in a pot.
13-3-12
5.5-6.5 if not acidic add organic sulfur.
temp range 65-95
I hope you have more success with yours. Chris in FL.
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