Plant No. 148 – Pineapple (Ananas comosus)
📍 Location
Quarter
Southeast
Sixteenth
New Compost – Plant
Location Details
Slope between old pigsty, new compost plant, and main road
📄 General Description
This is a sunny hillside patch where pineapple suckers from previously harvested, good-tasting plants are being replanted. The area covers approximately 10 m² and may host up to 10 individual plants. The site receives plenty of sunlight and has good slope drainage.
Foto will be added soon
See also species entry: 👉 Pineapple (Ananas comosus)
🧬 Variety
unknown
🩺 Health Status
General Condition
The patch consists of one mature pineapple plant in stable condition and approximately five newly planted individuals. The older plant shows no signs of distress and has adapted well to the location. The younger plants are establishing and appear healthy so far, though still in the early stages of acclimatization.
Pests and Diseases
No visible signs of pest infestation or disease at this time. Regular monitoring is recommended, especially for the newly planted pineapples, which may be more vulnerable during their establishment phase.
🌱✚ Care Plan
Immediate Actions
The primary task is to support the newly planted pineapples during their early establishment phase. This includes ensuring consistent soil moisture and applying a light layer of mulch around each plant to retain humidity and suppress weed growth. If any of the young plants show signs of settling or instability, the surrounding soil should be gently compacted by hand to improve root contact and support.
Regular Tasks
Ongoing care involves weekly hand-weeding to minimize competition and regular observation for early signs of pests or fungal problems, especially on the young leaves. During dry periods, moderate watering should be provided to help the plants stay vigorous, as newly planted pineapples benefit from stable moisture conditions. Any damaged or dead leaves should be removed to maintain overall plant health. Over time, the spacing of the plants will be reviewed and adjusted if necessary to prevent overcrowding.
🔁 Replanting Option
We intend to continue cultivating pineapples in this same patch after the initial harvest. The site offers ideal conditions, including good sun exposure and gentle slope for drainage. From a permaculture perspective, allowing the plants to produce and maintain healthy suckers and ratoons on-site supports soil stability and reduces planting effort. After harvesting, we plan to select the strongest offshoots to remain in place, removing only those that are poorly positioned or overcrowded. With regular mulching and organic matter input, this area can remain productive for future pineapple cycles.
🧺👥 Harvest Group
R2 – weekly check during harvest walks
🔍 Observations
Some plants were planted on 4th of July 2025.
📷 Photos
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