Laura Simpson writes the Master Gardener column each week.
We have been growing pineapple plants from cut-off tops for about 15 years and have harvested about 6 in that time. Could you please tell me how to tell when the fruit is ripe and ready to cut from the plant?
Pineapple, a member of the bromeliad family, grows well in zones 11 and 12 . In Southern California, they can be grown in a sheltered spot outside or inside where they can get at least 6 hours of sunlight per day. They can grow to be quite large – 5 feet tall and 6 feet wide – so make sure you plan for that. They grow best at temperatures between 68 and 84 degrees. At temperatures higher than 90 or lower than 60 degrees, they will stop growing and may show their displeasure in other ways.
Once the bottom third of the fruit turns yellow, it should be ready to harvest. Other signs of readiness include flattening of the berries and formation of “eyes” and, of course, that wonderful smell!I covered my fig tree from top to bottom with bird netting, however, some night creature keeps eating my ripe or nearly ripe figs. What could it be and how can I protect my fruit?
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