{"title":"Pineapple","description":"\u003cp\u003ePineapples are iconic tropical plants that produce sweet, juicy fruits while offering striking architectural beauty as ornamental specimens. These herbaceous perennials feature rosettes of long, sword-shaped leaves with spiny edges and a central flowering spike that develops into the familiar golden fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sweet, aromatic fruits offer exceptional flavor when allowed to ripen fully on the plant, far surpassing anything available in stores, perfect for fresh eating, juicing, grilling, and tropical desserts. Rich in vitamin C, bromelain enzymes, and antioxidants, homegrown pineapples provide both superior taste and nutritional benefits. The plants grow 2-4 feet tall and wide, thriving in full sun with well-drained, slightly acidic soil and requiring 18-24 months from planting to fruit production. Pineapples adapt exceptionally well to container culture, making them accessible to gardeners who can provide winter protection in cooler climates or grow them as houseplants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter fruiting, the mother plant produces pups (offsets) that can be separated and replanted to continue production. Frost-tender and requiring warm temperatures year-round, pineapples are best suited to USDA Zones 10-11 outdoors or greenhouse and container culture elsewhere. Ideal for tropical gardens, edible landscapes, and adventurous container gardeners seeking exotic fruits with dramatic ornamental appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"florida-special-pineapple","title":"Florida Special pineapple","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e'Florida Special' is a pineapple cultivar bred by Libby Fruit Company specifically for Florida production. Notable for its thornless leaves, compact size, and exceptional cold hardiness for a pineapple variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMedium to large fruit with golden-yellow flesh and a balanced sweet-tangy tropical flavor. Significantly sweeter and more flavorful than store-bought pineapples when ripened on the plant. Fruit ripens in late spring to early summer, 18-24 months after planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally developed for large-scale commercial production in Immokalee, Florida. Now widely available through specialty nurseries and popular among home gardeners. Can tolerate temperatures down to the mid-30s°F without fruit damage, making it more cold-hardy than most pineapple varieties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Planting Justice","offers":[{"title":"conventional \/ 4x4x6","offer_id":52439400579372,"sku":"52117916844332","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"organic \/ 4x4x6","offer_id":53310929142060,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]}],"url":"https:\/\/plantingjustice.org\/collections\/pineapple.oembed","provider":"Planting Justice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}