How To Grow A Pineapple Plant From A Grocery Store Pineapple Top - Every Time!

[@Mick1113]

Omg!!! Thanks so much. I’ve tried several times watching other videos and never worked. After doing exactly as described in this video I was able to get my plant grow!! Thanks so much again. Subscribing !!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Great to hear Miguel! :-)

[@theintuitivetaurus5454]

I'm on my fourth pineapple top and I finally got a good root system going! It was frustrating and I wanted to give up many times but im so glad I didn't! Don't give up people!

[@jenmonsanto4016]

How long did it take for a baby pineapple to finally sprout? I started my pineapple top in water almost 2 years ago. And it's been in the ground for over a year. The top keeps growing but still no baby pineapple.

[@davidlantrip6389]

@@jenmonsanto4016 It can take as long as three years. Patience!

[@irisolwagen]

Awesomeness ❤. I never knew about the peeling away part, that actually makes 100% sense. My 1x pineapple stem (before I gained this knowledge) somehow survived and made 8x little pups (of which I repotted 7x). With my next pineapple, I'm gonna try this method for sure. Thanks man ❤

[@Genesaysok]

It's strange how I always just assumed that pineapples grew on trees even though I'd never heard of a pineapple tree. So anyway now I know. Thanks for sharing your wisdom

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Cheers Eugene, thanks for watching!

[@Idk-fj8is]

Hey, this is fake.

[@Idk-fj8is]

I have a pineapple plant myself, and they do not grow on trees, but those aren’t pineapples

[@gabrielmiranda3721]

I used to think that when I was young i thought they came from pine trees and pine cones were just pineapples that didn't make it 🤣

[@shemeciahaskell322]

@@Idk-fj8is what do you mean " those aren't pineapples " that was definitely a pineapple that he cut the top off 🤔

[@kaamilaottley6413]

Thank u for taking the time to show us how to grow a pineapple from store bought. Fantastic job.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Cheers Kaamila! Thanks so much for watching!

[@yafadiamond]

I cannot wait to do this with my babies, thank you. We just got done eating a pineapple and the thought of planting one came to mind ❤❤

[@CarlaQuattlebaum]

This video was SOOOO helpful! I was thinking I could just stick the crown, with that little bit of fruit on the bottom right into soil. I was surprised how much fruit and leaves you actually removed. I knew a video would be much clearer than just written instructions. Thank you for helping me to avoid the pitfalls I would have encountered if I'd planted the crown the way I THOUGHT I was supposed to.

[@Psychomycomatt]

One of the best gardening tip videos I've watched on this entire app. Thank you bud

[@llilllilliil_123]

I just finished putting mine in a jar with water following your instructions! I’m super excited to see if mine sprouts. Thanks for the great video!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@llilllilliil_123 let us know how it goes!!

[@GavinShirley-xj9hm]

Update ?

[@sembercarlson5999]

This is the best resource on this that I've ever seen, hands down. Have my subscription dude

[@devakikaren]

BEST video on this I've watched and I've watched many different ones.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks so much karen, much appreciated!

[@avgrim7729]

I actually grew some pineapple from seeds. It took a long time but they're doing great! Last fall I started and now they're about the size of a top. Dark green and full.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Very cool!

[@immeohmyoh]

no such thing as pineapple seeds. proof or they don't exist

[@billbobbie2580]

@@immeohmyoh yes there is bro. they’re tiny and right under the skin when u cut it open. look it up

[@stephenremo9200]

Yup.. I also did from seed.. Takes forever to germinate and even longer to get growing. Wouldn't recommend from seed unless you are crossbreeding

[@avgrim7729]

@@stephenremo9200 What I did is put them in water on a heat mat under grow lights in about a few weeks to a month they will sprout in the water. Then transfer to where you're going to plant them.

[@terrychrist1383]

I have to do this. I like this way. I have grown a pineapple, I didn't pull the leaves. Thank you 😊👍 God bless 🙏♥️😃

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Definitely Terry. It's so easy. And with supplemental heat, the roots just take off like crazy! Cheers

[@Idk-fj8is]

Terry Christ It Does NOT Work remove 5 layers at MAX!

[@Idk-fj8is]

And no shoot will appear watch self sufficient me s Tutorial

[@dawnswales5825]

Thankyou you explain the way in perfect detail

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Cheers Dawn, thanks so much for watching!

[@pineappleplanter]

I'm going to give this a try. I've been able to grow two pineapples by planting the entire cut off top including an inch of the fruit. Most always died and now I know why. Thanks!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Definitely give it a try. This method is just so easy and works nearly every time!

[@jwgmail]

How did it go?

[@INRI]

@@jwgmail It's going great! There are two pineapple's this year. Both are growing in pots and are the size of softball right now. I will post a video of them and put a link here when they are ready. About another month until they are store sized! I also planted a few more pineapples. This is absolutely the best way to do by peeling it down, putting it in water, growing roots, then planting it. 100% success so far and two big pineapples on the way in about another 4 weeks.

[@jwgmail]

@@INRI Awesome, looking forward to seeing them! Did you keep them inside the whole time?

[@INRI]

@@jwgmail Oct - Mar indoors under a small UV grow light and then outdoors from April until ready end of July. It only gets about 6 hours of direct sun a day. Here it is as of today (July 3rd, 2022) Make sure you use the cut up rotting apple trick to force it to bloom. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3jQYoCZh512asU

[@Chri33y123]

Can we please see an update on the pineapple 🍍 plant? I would love to see what it looks like now.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Sure, it's only a month old, but I'll throw a pic up on my community tab!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Better yet Christina, here's a video of me repotting it into a bigger pot for the winter!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2SYmJqnd7h4mac

[@lindapierce2328]

Excellent video. Thanks so much. I had so many questions after the first one I viewed but you covered everything.

[@BangtanAmi225]

Thank you so much for sharing this video!! This was so helpful!

[@marlenebethmann4425]

A fun project for children ❤

[@trishignao8191]

I have 3 in the ground now and they are doing well and 2 in jars. Can’t wait to see how it all turns out.

[@morganmcnamara1218]

Fantastic! Thank you very much! Should the water be changed regularly during the initial rooting period?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@morganmcnamara1218 yeah, keep it fresh if you can.... The roots can rot if it gets too stagnant.

[@jjeter264]

Very enjoyable video.. Thanks so much 🎉

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Cheers, thanks for watching! :-)

[@livingintoday06]

My husband and I bought a pineapple with growing another one in mind. Your video confirmed how I was previously taught how to do this❤ Great content that only make my family more independent 🎉

[@MichelleJanetis]

I cant wait to see if my plant gets roots!! I love Maui Gold Handpicked 🍍 🍍 🍍 🍍 🍍 🍍 🍍 🍍 🍍 🍍

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Fingers crossed!

[@xaviercruz4763]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarmsdid yours fruit? Any vid

[@SuperHooverdam]

Just subbed. Watched all those videos and now I’ve seen yours. Wow!!!

[@sharonbrowne2311]

I've done this and it works!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

It really does! So easy too. My kids thought it was the coolest thing.... Just wait until the plant gives me pineapples in 4 years, lol!

[@RobThomas-r2u]

Excellent video, thank you for sharing!

[@PastorIhaza]

Thank You!🏆 I love the jar measuring🥳

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

:-) Thanks!

[@kokoslegend4850]

Look if you can pull out one of the leaves. When you can, your top is not viable. Sometimes the sellers sell it with the heart cut out. These are better to avoid due to having a big chance to rot, but they are possibly viable. 0:30 i think the hearth of that top is cut out. That explains why there is coming a little shoot later on. Great video, because he shows how to grow them this way, since there are almost only this kind of tops. Very bad from the farmers. They can't stop us. For the people who have a intact pineapple top: do the same he does, but don't take all the leaves off.

[@being_me_emrrys1766]

I somehow managed to accidentally do everything right up to the leaves! I gotta go and take off more but I’m very excited!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Right on, let us know when you get roots!

[@ournewlifeonmadeira]

thank you for this great guide to grow a pineapple. nice explained and great fun.

[@sekru5919]

Thanks for your detailed descriptions for planting pineapples. What about planting it straightaway in soil as the climate is higher than the temperature you have mentioned in the video. I am afraid that it may rot . If it can be done, what are the things to take note of ? Thanks for sharing.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Yes, straight to soil definitely works if your climate allows. Keep it warm and moist and lots of indirect light

[@sekru5919]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms Thanks

[@KC-xp9of]

Thank you so much for this very educational video. I bought two super delicious pineapples from Hawaii. OMG wer they the absolute BEST ever tasting pineapples. So now I have one potted and one rooting. The warmest place right now is on top of my refrigerator. We've had a very cold winter/spring in Southern California. So my question is this, once it goes to a bigger pot, where can it be placed? And how tall does it grow in the first 8-12 months?

[@theamumuni4957]

Great presentation on how to grow pineapples. Please explain why to water from below. Do I place holes in the bottom of the pot, or watering,from bottom is just to keep the roots cool.

[@danieljesudoss7487]

Thank You for the Valuable Tip. God Bless You.

[@vihaansvideos3670]

I just cut the pineapple top out and put it in a small pot, cut off the browning wnd tadah! I have my new pineapple plant 1st try.

[@melanie-jp8br]

Any suggestions on how to keep the pineapple at the proper temperature if placed indoors on a window sill? I live in FL and placing it outside right now is not an option with the excessive heat.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

They are tropical.... Sheltered inside until you get roots will work, they outside once they start growing

[@jefffavelle857]

Just watch the blades on the living plant once it gets larger. They are often serrated and quite sharp. Like an Aloe vera plant.

[@kokoslegend4850]

But aloe vera has a lot of juice in it. But they are so comparable because for example the existing leaves get longer from the place where it is attached to the plant. Tip: you can see the sanity of the plant by inspecting the leaves. If they are small, the plant is a little bit weaker, but if the new parts of the leaves get bigger, it gets stronger. Leaves generated in the winter are thinner than leaves generated in the summer. By some plants (again including pineapple) you can see it by watching the stem. Bigger parts of the stem are better than thinner parts.

[@Idk-fj8is]

You will never see those blades when using this method

[@cassiew739]

@@Idk-fj8is I did this method and my pineapple has blades on its leaves

[@Idk-fj8is]

Probably because it USED the center leaves

[@andalistark5416]

YES! Just got on here to post a warning myself- after learning the hard way lol

[@jessicag630]

Do you have to change the water when propagating? Have you harvested them? How many fruits did you get from one plant and how many months did it take? Thank you.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

I try to change the water every 3-4 days. Usually takes the plants a couple years to get large enough to produce. 1-3 pineapples per plant.

[@GHumpty1965]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms have you ever tried hydrogen peroxide solution to stop that browning?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@GHumpty1965 hi Kelly, I have not had to yet, as the plants always grew just fine.... But it is a thought and I do wonder if the extra oxygen could help...

[@yantolee4017]

you dont need to root them in water. peel the leaves back about 3 in. and stick it in potting soil and water it. nature will do the rest.

[@DerBeinmann]

Very nice Video! 👍 Thanks

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Cheers Der, thanks for watching!

[@taylorpetty1899]

At any point do i let the stem dry? Also, how often do i change the water?

[@iVyiVy1593]

I’ve bought one and when I cut off the bottom part, it already had roots growing along with a growth on top already and so I peeled some away anyways and planted it directly into damp soil. Let’s see if I get a growth spurt! 😅

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@iVyiVy1593 lucky! You got a head start!

[@rivkahhoneysgirl5442]

WOW...so exciting and satisfying...thank you!

[@Billythebubble]

Never knew you could do this, thanks for the advice

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks Billy, and thanks for watching! Happy growing!

[@keys333]

If this was something kids did in class in 30 days they would have pineapples how cool

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@keys333 it would be amazing if they grew that fast! Even still, they'd get the plants which is also cool

[@MissOnaBudget]

Will definitely try this method! Thanks!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

It's sooooo much easier than the video I posted last summer. Just make sure the soaking bulb stays warm... 85F+. These guys are tropical and won't send out roots if kept too cold! You got this! :)

[@philipehrmantraut1548]

Great video 🎉 thank you 🎉🎉🎉

[@michellecyr7563]

Wow! this is very interesting!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks Michelle!

[@krisschrader9756]

I have heard not to use colored newspaper in gardening? Chemicals from ink are bad. Could you line with plain paper towels? Interesting and informative video.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hey Kris, brown recycled kraft paper works too....or unprinted newspaper!

[@Cece_Si]

OMG I love you ❤️........ You're the BEST !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks for the support Sihamm!! All the best to you!

[@mr.d.4175]

It takes a few weeks for the roots to start. I used a root starter and changed the water every third day.

[@melanie-jp8br]

It looks as though my pineapple plant is getting moldy where the foliage/ leaves are after only 11 days. I’ve been changing the water regularly. Am I doing something wrong and will the plant still survive?

[@matthewmiddlemas6970]

Can't wait to try it !

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Best of luck Matthew!

[@OakKnobFarm]

This is interesting! I've never seen it done this way. I've only had a pineapple clone live 5-6 months when I tried

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

This is the way I was talking about before Dave....it works every time, trust me! Just make sure to keep the plant/soil/water at 80-90F during the whole process! How's tricks buddy? Been waiting for your new video to drop!

[@OakKnobFarm]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms I just tripled my sprouting space, added lights, etc. A video is brewing ;) Just finished construction / setup this afternoon

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@OakKnobFarm no way! Ok, now I am pumped dude! Hopefully you got several pieces of content out of it. Your stuff is so informative value-added. I'll be sure to check it out!

[@Airadellia]

Once the pineapple grows will it have another stalk and can your re-plant the ones you grew?

[@SujoyDuttaPMP]

Great learning and fun too !

[@melanie-jp8br]

It’s been 7 weeks since I placed my pineapple top in water to sprout. I have roots growing along the bottom in the water but still don’t see a new shoot growing either in the center of the leaves or along the outside of the plant. Is it ok to pot it in soil yet or should I wait?

[@PositivityTrain]

When you plant the pineapple in water, do you have to change the water periodically or for any reason?

[@thebestdanaever3396]

I love this video! I must try this soon.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks so much! Did you give it a try? Once you get them going, they grow quitefast!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2SYmJqnd7h4mac

[@Rww930]

What heating mat do you use? Ty

[@sandyr3704]

I loveeee it ❤ Thank you so much!

[@richardlawton1023]

Why the newspaper? What amendments... fertilizer etc did you add to your dirt?

[@spencersmith4817]

How long after you move it to the 2nd pot. Can you do it all over again with the new one

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Right away!

[@dragonlady2004]

Hi..when i put the pinappel top in a cup to grow roots, how often do i change the water in the cup. Thanks from Denmark

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hi Anne, I change the water every 3-4 days.

[@kelliebates7643]

Fixing to try this now!

[@beverlybowen9546]

Thanks for sharing

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Cheers Beverly! Thanks for watching!

[@stokermeister3]

Thanks for the update video as I tried to grow a pinapple from your first video and it died 😭☹️ so I’ve got another pineapple and I hope to see better results this time 😍

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Let us know how it turns out Robert!

[@MTFTVlive]

How'd it go?

[@panel8936]

Yeah has it grown yet?

[@kitemanmusic]

Glad I watched the improved video. Is this how they are grown commercially?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Great question! I hope to visit a pineapple plantation this coming winter! They are mostly propagated from runners (like strawberries) and slips (tiny offshoots near the base). I don't think commercially they harvest the tops.

[@natutalitimu2904]

Very good idea how to grow pineapple, but please what season that good for growing pineapple 🍍 🙏

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

That all depends on where you live. If you live near the equator, you can likely grow pineapple year-round. For me, I can only leave my pineapple plants outside for maybe 3-4 months in the summer, then they have to come indoors.

[@blasermann1994]

You referred me over to this video. So there's no need to let it dry for a couple days after you pull off the leaves? I'm going to do another one so I'll put it directly in the water

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

That's right Richard, with this one, strip nearly all the leaves off, exposing the stem and those roots just sprout out from everywhere!

[@fluffyjoker69]

That's awesome n thanks for emailing me back.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Anytime James!

[@Globally1201]

THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR TECHNIQUES!!!😃👍🏽🍍🍍 HOWEVER, I WAS HOPING YOU'D SHOW US ONE THAT WAS ACTUALLY GROWING A PINEAPPLE 🍍 ON IT FROM SCRATCH TO PRODUCING FRUIT!!!... I'M GONNA STILL FOLLOW YOUR CHANNEL BECAUSE I LIKE SOME OF YOUR METHODS VIDEOS!!!😎👍🏽🙋🏽‍♀️🔥🙏🏽👑✝️📖🔥

[@jenniferwardrop7658]

Wow thanks for vidio is this one ok

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Cheers Jennifer let us know if you give it a try!

[@savagejordan781]

Do i have to peel off most of the leaves? Everryone i watch does it different smh

[@etiennejager8701]

Is it better to cut or twist the top off?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

I've done both with equal success Etienne.

[@hourglas39]

Thanks for sharing ❤ Subbed 😁

[@sheogorathz]

Hey do you need to change the water everyday?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Nah.....everry 2-3 days works fine.

[@sheogorathz]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms thanks for the info man, appreciate it

[@carmene6572]

Thank you I’ll let you know if I succeed!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Fingers crossed!

[@samyahya6536]

I will be growing a pineApple thank you

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Awesome! Give it a try, super easy!

[@marthakoehnlein4831]

Mine never grew the inner leaves but it did get roots. Will it still grow?

[@farmfresh_USA]

4:00 warm location? Is that in sun or darkness

[@isaganimejia4660]

Great video! Will try it with my kids by summer. I'm wondering if it will survive indoors during fall and winter. Also, why water it from below and not directly? Thanks!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Hi, thanks for watching! Yes, I actually have to bring the plants in during the winter....they are totally tropical and I don't live in a warm area. As for watering, I always water bare soil from below for 2 reasons. 1) the soil can soak up as much as it needs without leeching out the bottom before it can be absorbed fully and 2) watering from above blasts soil everywhere! Not good for a newly potted plant! Happy growing!

[@normanrhone2791]

Mi did a du dis wrong all these years! Thanks very much!

[@mlambiremzomera7253]

Whhhooooh!! Intrigued!!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

:-)

[@rickyt3961]

thank you!

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Cheers Ricky!

[@KC-xp9of]

Well it's been a month since I planted my pineapple top. It's surving up against my patio slider door (we have a major bug invasion outside). I did what you said and used organic soil. This proved a BIG problem since the organic soil came with gnats. And I assume fungus gnats because the inside bag of organic soil is now covered in white fungus (a month after opening the bag). And my pineapple plant is being invaded with these pesky gnats. I went to Home depot and it was suggested to use a product called Sevin. I have to babysit my pineapple plant so much to eradicate the gnats. So now I just potted my 2nd pineapple plant, but not with organic soil. So do you have a suggestion on how to keep gnats and other bugs away?

[@MrDavidwesty]

Does the top need to be put in Sunlight when in the mason jar?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

I find it does better in light.... It is growing after all.

[@MrDavidwesty]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms ok thanks

[@DeboraPortwood]

How do you plant it if the shoot is on the side, rather than the top?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Same way... Just don't bury it. The shoot will always right itself upwards towards the light.

[@DeboraPortwood]

Thanks!

[@ce9449]

Love your videos!👍

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Thanks Carmen, too kind! Cheers. 🍓🌶🍆🍈🎋🌱🍍

[@LVDY_RAVEN]

Hello, been trying to do this for a while and I have been using distilled water, is that good to use or am I doing it wrong? The green keeps going brown and never rooting.

[@steffenfrost995]

Use rainwater if you are concerned about water quality

[@oreoluwasonoiki8001]

Hi how often do we change the water in the container before transitioning to soil?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

I change the water twice a week before roots appear.....after the roots show up, weekly is fine.

[@yantolee4017]

@@TheRipeTomatoFarms you dont need to root it in water.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@yantolee4017 ok

[@MichelleJanetis]

You speak exactly like that girl, Christina, from the Jaccuzzi bath remodel commercial. 😂

[@beccaschaetzl7108]

What if I’ve had my plant in water longer than you recommended and it still doesn’t look like that? Also, my roots are brown, not white, and very thin, not thick like your plant.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@beccaschaetzl7108 they can last longer in water, sure..... But brown roots are usually dead roots unfortunately

[@beccaschaetzl7108]

@ I think I let my water get to stagnant. I’ve peeled off all of the old leaves and it does have some short leaves that look healthy. It doesn’t have a shoot like yours, but do you think it has a chance at survival if I freshen up the water and keep track of it?

[@beccaschaetzl7108]

@ I also read somewhere that they do best in a cactus type soil mix. Would you say this is true?

[@kristamonroe9120]

Do you have an update on your channel to what they look like now or did you ALREADY get the fruit from them !!!???

[@lora97006]

You can easily twist the top right off and wont have to cut anything off, then peel the leaves back. 😁

[@kayceonware7020]

How often should I water my pineapple plant

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Not often. Maybe once a week, but it really depends on climate, soil type, and other environmental conditions. There's no one universal watering schedule...

[@amandahutkowski3113]

What kind of organic soil?

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Potting or container mix works best

[@charalambostouringos4673]

I have tried so many time but it rotes, either in the container with water or in the soil. Rotting starting inside the heart either from the beginning or later on. Any tips ? i have tried more than 10-20 times with no successful tries :(

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Its all in the pineapple you use. Pick the youngest freshest ones possible.

[@VoidloniXaarii]

Thank you

[@jolee6751]

Do you change the water everyday