Professional planting and prudent care go hand in hand for pineapples. In order for the exotic bromeliad to thrive in your hands, a few factors are important. We have compiled a list of these for you.

How to water a pineapple plant

The pineapple plant feels extremely comfortable with changing soil moisture, although the substrate is allowed to dry out a little in between. The tropical plant tolerates waterlogging much less than short-term drought. Preferably use collected rainwater or decalcified tap water for watering. Since a pineapple plant also absorbs moisture from the air, it appreciates a gentle mist every now and then.

When and how is fertilized?

A pineapple plant requires fewer additional nutrients. Spoil the orchard with a dose of liquid fertilizer every 14 days from April to August.

Does the pineapple plant need pruning?

The extravagant habit of a pineapple plant makes any pruning unnecessary. If it takes on a space-consuming stature as it grows, it is not trimmed but repotted.

How does a pineapple plant overwinter?

Although the tropical pineapple does not go into hibernation per se, it does slow down its metabolism a little during the dark, cold season. How to successfully overwinter the exotic fruit plant:

  • on the sunny south-facing window with temperatures around an ideal 20-25 degrees Celsius
  • the mercury column must not fall below 16 degrees Celsius
  • the radiator under the window sill is not or only minimally active
  • water only when the substrate surface has dried
  • do not apply fertilizer

Due to the dry heating air, the focus is on maintaining the humidity. Spray the pineapple plant more frequently with lukewarm, lime-free water. Commercially available humidifiers now work wonders.

What should be considered when repotting?

At the latest when the pineapple plant grows over the edge of the bucket, repotting is on the agenda. A good time for this care measure is early spring, just before the new season. In the new planter, place a drainage made of potsherds over the bottom opening. Use a well-drained, lean substrate and place the pineapple plant in it up to the lower row of leaves.

tips and tricks

Pineapple wilt is the most common disease on exotic plants. Triggered by the pineapple mealybug, the parts of the plant above the ground die off. Affected plants are immediately isolated. Spraying with a mix of 15 milliliters of soft soap (€44.90) and spirit dissolved in 1 liter of water has proven to be helpful.

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