Watering, repotting, cutting and more

What is the water requirement of an ornamental pineapple?

The ornamental pineapple does not tolerate waterlogging, so the soil in the pot should be able to dry on the surface between the individual waterings. Since these are tropical plants from Central and South America, a high level of humidity is necessary for strong and healthy growth. Since this is difficult to achieve in a normal living space, the rosette-like leaves of an ornamental pineapple should be sprayed with lime-free water at least every two days.

Should an ornamental pineapple be repotted regularly?

Since the ornamental pineapple grows relatively slowly, it does not necessarily have to be repotted if the plant pot chosen is sufficiently large.

How should an ornamental pineapple be cut?

The life cycle of the ornamental pineapple is similar to that of the pineapple grown for consumption and usually dies after a single flowering and fruiting. The fruits of an ornamental pineapple can sometimes look like a

unripe pineappleunsuitable for consumption be. But you can cut off the stalk of the fruit and divide it up for propagation. In some cases, side shoots also form, which can be cut off and planted.

How can the ornamental pineapple be protected from pests?

A winter scale insect infestation in ornamental pineapples can have the following reasons:

• too dark location
• overdosed fertilization
• a generally weakened plant

Which diseases can an ornamental pineapple affect?

In principle, ornamental pineapples are not particularly susceptible to diseases, but care mistakes such as a substrate that is too wet or cool temperatures can severely affect the plant.

How should the ornamental pineapple be fertilized?

In summer, the ornamental pineapple can be fertilized every two weeks, in winter, depending on the incidence of light and growth, it should be fertilized a maximum of once a month.

What should the optimal winter location for an ornamental pineapple be like?

The not hardy ornamental pineapple can also cope with a little less daylight and slightly cooler temperatures in winter. However, fertilization and water supply should also be adapted accordingly to the winter site conditions on the window sill.