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edibleFamily: BromeliaceaeGenus: AnanasSpecies: comosus
Cultivar
Florida Special Pineapple
Ananas comosus 'Florida Special'
Cultivar: Florida Special
Ananas comosus 'Florida Special' features the classic rosette growth habit of pineapples, with long, arching, spiny-edged leaves. This cultivar is often selected for its balanced growth and fruit development. In ideal conditions, it produces a central inflorescence followed by a flavorful, pineapple fruit that serves as both a structural garden centerpiece and a delicious harvest.
The Florida Special Pineapple is a compact, ornamental, and edible bromeliad prized for its attractive foliage and distinct fruit production. It makes an excellent candidate for container gardening in warm climates or as a seasonal houseplant.
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Plant Profile
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Sun
Full sun to partial shade; bright, indirect light when grown indoors.
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Water
Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings, and ensure excellent drainage to prevent crown rot.
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Mature size
2-3 feet tall and wide
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Hardiness
10-12
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Growth habit
Rosette-forming perennial
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Plant type
Tropical fruit
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Growing note
Best results are achieved in high light with consistent warmth; protect from freezing temperatures.
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Climate note
Thrives in temperatures above 65°F; sensitive to frost and prolonged cold.
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Flower / fruit
Produces a central flower stalk which develops into a fleshy, edible fruit; can take 18-24 months to mature from a starter.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Full sun to partial shade; bright, indirect light when grown indoors.
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Growth rate
Moderate
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Fertilizer
Use a balanced, dilute liquid fertilizer during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Remove dead or damaged foliage to maintain plant vigor.
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Care notes
Best results are achieved in high light with consistent warmth; protect from freezing temperatures.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
2-3 feet tall and wide
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Growth habit
Rosette-forming perennial
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Spacing
2-3 feet apart
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Produces a central flower stalk which develops into a fleshy, edible fruit; can take 18-24 months to mature from a starter.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
10-12
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Temperature
Thrives in temperatures above 65°F; sensitive to frost and prolonged cold.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings, and ensure excellent drainage to prevent crown rot.
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Soil
Well-draining, acidic, porous potting mix such as one designed for bromeliads or cacti.
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Soil pH
4.5-6.5
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Container Growing
Ideal for container growing; ensure the pot has drainage holes and use a lightweight, airy soil mix.
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Family
Bromeliaceae
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Foliage Look
Leathery, lance-shaped, serrated leaves in an upright to arching rosette arrangement.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are lanceolate, slightly serrated at the edges, and arching outward from the center.
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Fruit Flower Look
Textured, composite pineapple fruit atop a sturdy central stalk.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Fruit only emerges from the center of a mature, healthy rosette; do not depict fruit on small starter plugs.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain the classic rosette form; avoid over-crowding the center.
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Mature Plant Look
Striking, symmetrical pineapple plant with a central fruit crown.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Large, symmetrical rosette of long, leathery leaves; mature plants develop a single central pineapple fruit.
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Morphology Rules
Represent as a central-growth perennial; leaves originate from a hidden, compact basal stem.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does a pineapple plant need? They require bright, direct light for best growth and fruit production. Can I grow this in a container? Yes, pineapples thrive in well-draining containers provided they receive adequate light. When will my pineapple fruit? It can take 18 to 24 months for a pineapple plant to mature and produce fruit.
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Root Look
Fine, fibrous root system typical of bromeliad starter plugs.
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Soil Look
Loose, coarse-textured, well-draining potting medium.
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Starter Stage
Small, young plantlet featuring a compact rosette of upright, strap-like leaves.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Young foliage may be stiffer and greener; roots are delicate and should be handled with care.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Florida Special Pineapple. This is Florida Special Pineapple, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Florida Special Pineapple become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the tropical container garden you want to create. The defining feature of this bromeliad is its beautiful, symmetrical rosette and the eventual production of a delicious, sweet pineapple fruit. Establish your starter plug in a four inch pot with a quality well-draining mix, then move it to a larger container once it takes hold. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
Ananas Florida Special Pineapple Bromeliad Tropical Fruit Edible Garden Container Gardening Agardeni Houseplant Tropical Plant
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the Florida Special Pineapple, a beautiful and edible bromeliad for your collection. Learn how to grow this tropical treasure in containers or your garden.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing Florida Special Pineapple: Care and Tips
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