White Jade Pineapple Plant - Live Plant in a 4 Inch Growers Pot - Ananas Comosus - Edible Fruit Tree for Patio and Garden

The White Jade Pineapple Plant is a compact tropical delight known for its exceptional sweetness, smooth skin, and nearly spineless leaves—making it one of the most sought-after pineapple cultivars for home gardeners. Native to the tropics but easily grown in a variety of climates with proper care, this variety stands out with its white-fleshed fruit that is low in acidity and bursting with rich, sugary flavor. Unlike commercial varieties, the White Jade’s core is tender and fully edible, providing a truly unique tasting experience from top to bottom. The plant itself forms a rosette of dense, strappy green leaves with minimal spines, making it safer to handle and ideal for patios, greenhouses, or indoor container growing. In favorable conditions, the plant can produce fruit in as little as 18 to 24 months, making it a rewarding long-term addition to any collection. Whether you're an experienced tropical gardener or a curious plant enthusiast, the White Jade Pineapple is a stunning and fruitful option that adds exotic flair to your space. With its decorative foliage and delicious harvest, this plant offers both ornamental value and culinary payoff in one compact form. Grown with care and patience, it will reward you with one of nature’s sweetest fruits.

• Light Requirements: White Jade Pineapple thrives in bright, direct sunlight. Aim for at least 6 to 8 hours of full sun daily, especially during the growing season. When grown indoors, place it near a south-facing window or supplement with grow lights for best results.

• Watering Needs: Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the top few inches of soil to dry out between waterings. Pineapple plants are drought-tolerant once established and prefer a consistent but not soggy watering schedule to prevent root stress.

• Soil Preferences: This plant prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil mix. A cactus or succulent blend works well, or amend standard potting soil with sand or perlite. Ensure good drainage to prevent moisture accumulation around the roots.

• Growth Rate and Climate Needs: White Jade is a slow to moderate grower and typically fruits within 18 to 24 months. It thrives in warm, humid conditions and performs best in USDA Zones 9–11. In cooler climates, bring the plant indoors when temperatures fall below 50°F.

• Physical Characteristics: The White Jade Pineapple forms a rosette of arching, narrow green leaves with few to no spines, making it easy to handle. When mature, it produces a compact, light-skinned fruit with juicy, white flesh and a soft edible core.