Choose a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil

Use a healthy pineapple crown, slip, or sucker for planting

Remove the lower leaves from the crown

Let the crown dry for 1 to 2 days before planting

Plant the crown in loose, sandy, slightly acidic soil

Keep the plant in full sun for at least 6 hours daily

Water lightly and allow the soil to dry between waterings

Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot

Apply a balanced fertilizer every 6 to 8 weeks during growth

Keep weeds away from the plant

Protect the plant from frost and cold temperatures

Wait about 18 to 24 months for fruit to develop

Harvest when the fruit turns yellow and smells sweet