{"product_id":"florida-special-pineapple-5-live-starter-plants-ananas-comosus","title":"Florida Special Pineapple 5 Live Starter Plants – Ananas comosus","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFlorida Special Pineapple (Ananas comosus)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tropical fruit plant valued for its attractive spiky foliage and edible pineapple fruit. This variety is suited to warm climates and can also be grown in containers where temperatures are cooler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive \u003cstrong\u003e5 live Florida Special Pineapple starter plugs, approximately 3–4 inches tall\u003c\/strong\u003e. The plants are shipped \u003cstrong\u003ebare root with no pot\u003c\/strong\u003e. Florida Special is described as a golden-fleshed pineapple variety developed for warm Florida conditions, with plants suitable for USDA Zones 9–11 outdoors and container growing in cooler areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plants prefer full sun to partial shade and well-drained, sandy soil. They have a rosette growth habit and evergreen foliage that may develop green, red, or gold tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3–4 inches tall at time of shipping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bare root starter plugs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomer Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf there is an issue with your order, contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without required photos may not be eligible for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted more than 48 hours after delivery will be considered accepted as received and may not be eligible for replacement or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔹 BULLET POINTS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 live Florida Special Pineapple starter plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAnanas comosus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3–4 inches tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Starter plug, shipped bare root\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical fruit plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen, broadleaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green with possible red and gold tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, sandy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA Zones 9–11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for cooler climates with appropriate protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Edible pineapple; fruiting time varies with growing conditions and plant development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧾 MATERIALS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 live Florida Special Pineapple starter plugs, approximately 3–4 inches tall, shipped bare root without pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📋 ATTRIBUTES:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon Name: Florida Special Pineapple\u003cbr\u003eScientific Name: \u003cem\u003eAnanas comosus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Tropical Fruit Plant\u003cbr\u003eLife Cycle: Perennial\u003cbr\u003eFlower\/Fruit Color: Multicolor foliage; golden-fleshed fruit\u003cbr\u003eSunlight: Full Sun, Medium Sun\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-drained, sandy soil\u003cbr\u003eWater: Medium\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zone: 9–11\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Habit: Rosette\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Starter\/young plant\u003cbr\u003ePlant Form: Starter Plug \/ Bare Root\u003cbr\u003eFoliage: Broadleaf, Evergreen\u003cbr\u003eSeason of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall\u003cbr\u003eIndoor\/Outdoor: Indoor \u0026amp; Outdoor\u003cbr\u003eQuantity: 5\u003cbr\u003eShipping Size: 3–4 inches tall\u003cbr\u003ePot: Not included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e❓ FAQ:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. What USDA zones are suitable for Florida Special Pineapple?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlorida Special is listed as suitable for USDA Zones 9–11 when grown outdoors. Container growing can be used in cooler climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. How much sunlight does Florida Special Pineapple need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt performs best in full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. How much water does a pineapple plant need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe listing specifies medium watering. Provide appropriate moisture while avoiding persistently waterlogged conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. What is the growth habit of pineapple?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePineapple forms a compact, spiky rosette of evergreen foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Can Florida Special Pineapple be grown in a container?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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