Pineapples are so festive. They are flamboyant, spiky and just fabulously out there. Like, look at me. Here I am. Spiky and fabulous! When I buy fruit for the home, pineapples are first on my list. They smell beautiful and look so happy. Instead of buying flowers, I buy pineapples. They seem to serve the same purpose in their beauty. So I was thinking, why not go one step further and grow your own pineapple plant? It makes a lovely indoor plant and even though it might take over 2 years before it will bear any fruit. I think it is well worth it.
Pineapples are seriously healthy for you too. It has an enzyme called bromelain, which helps break down protein strains. Scroll down to see the list of health benefits of pineapples.
When life gives you Pineapples you make Pina Colada!
What to make with your beautiful pineapples? Below you will find an easy two ingredient recipe to make virgin Pina Colada. Decorated with maraschino cherries of course.
Zero Waste Friendly
Instead of the waste of the tops be thrown out as junk. Why not grow new plants from the food scraps? Makes perfect zero waste sense.
1. Health Benefits of Pineapples:
- Bone strength (Due to high levels of manganese)
- Eye health (Vitamin C and antioxidants)
- Immune system support
- Digestion (Fiber and bromelain)
- Anti-Inflammatory benefits
- Blood clot reduction (Bromelain)
- Common cold and sinus inflammation (Vitamin C and bromelain)
2. How to Grow your own Pineapple plant:
Step 1:
Grab yourself a pineapple, or two.
Step 2:
Twist off the pineapple top by turning in circular motion.
Remove some of the leaves at the base of the pineapple top, so that it doesn’t rot. You can thin it out quite a bit here.
Step 3:
Place the pineapple top in a glass of water.
Place it in a sunny, happy spot.
Step 4:
Wait for the pineapple top to form roots. This could take a few weeks.
Step 5:
Plant your pineapple top in a breathable terra-cotta pot. Add some river stones to the bottom of the pot to make sure it drains well. The soil should be more sandy and should drain easily. Similar soil you would buy for cactus plants. Water regularly.
There you have it! Your very own pineapple plant!
Pics: Pinterest
3. Virgin Pina Colada Recipe
Pineapples has such a festive look about them. They are super healthy for you as they contain a wonderful digestive enzyme called bromelain. It breaks down protein strains. This easy two ingredient virgin Pina Colada recipe is a winner!
Cut off the top of the pineapple. Scoop out the pineapple flesh from the skin. Keep the skin.
Add the pineapple chunks to a blender.
Add the coconut cream to the blender as well and blend until smooth and creamy.
Poor the Pina Colada back into the pineapple skin and serve with a paper straw and some maraschino cherries. Enjoy!
Ingredients
Directions
Cut off the top of the pineapple. Scoop out the pineapple flesh from the skin. Keep the skin.
Add the pineapple chunks to a blender.
Add the coconut cream to the blender as well and blend until smooth and creamy.
Poor the Pina Colada back into the pineapple skin and serve with a paper straw and some maraschino cherries. Enjoy!
Notes
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18 Comments
Michelle C
September 21, 2017 at 12:19 pmI have never been a pineapple eater, but I live in a house with a bunch of pineapple-holics! This is such a cute (and easy) idea… thanks for sharing!
Gypsy
September 21, 2017 at 3:13 pmThanks Michelle. 🙂
Bets
September 21, 2017 at 1:33 pmSjoe thanks I will try and plant my own – very interesting
Gypsy
September 21, 2017 at 2:14 pmAwesome! Thanks mom. 😀
ciara
September 21, 2017 at 1:50 pmWow, this is so clever, I love the idea. Im off to buy a pineapple now! Cheers
Gypsy
September 21, 2017 at 2:14 pmAaaaw. Love it! Yaaaay. More pineapples.
Maggie
September 21, 2017 at 1:53 pmWhat!!! I didn’t know I could grow my own pineapple!!! I’m definitely doing this!
Gypsy
September 21, 2017 at 2:14 pmHahahaha Maggie! 😀 This is great. The world will be filled with pineapples now.
Antonia
September 21, 2017 at 2:05 pmI love this recipe! Plus, I tried to grow a pineapple once but just put it in dirt! So glad I know how to do it now! Great post! ?
Nisha
September 21, 2017 at 2:18 pmWow that’s wonderful!
Gypsy
September 21, 2017 at 2:56 pmThans Nisha. 🙂
Tracy
September 21, 2017 at 8:19 pmHi , I really enjoyed this post, learning how to make a plant out of a pineapple top. Normally mine go in the bin, but not now.
Arlene
September 23, 2017 at 1:27 amI’m so excited to try this!! I love the fact that its in a real pineapple and listing the pineapple health benefits automatically makes this a healthy drink for all times.
Maria
September 24, 2017 at 6:20 amWow you are a genius! Makes me want to go and grow my own pineapples asap – they’ve always been one of my favourite fruits, and homegrown things always taste better. Plus, I’m loving that recipe! Thanks so much for sharing xox
Bradley Bearfoot
October 4, 2017 at 3:05 pmI’ve eaten many pineapples in my day… I ‘ve never considered doing this. I am absolutely horrible at keeping plants alive, but this doesn’t seem too complicated! Definitely going to give it a whirl.
Audrey
September 6, 2018 at 2:43 pmWhat a wonderful idea! I’m going to grow one as soon as possible. I love pineapple! Thank you for sharing <3
Tommi Rose Lund
December 11, 2018 at 11:53 pmI’ve tried to grow a few other little things with no success. After reading this I’m encouraged to try again. At least this 1 will be pretty while it’s growing. Thanks so much.
Mettlefork
May 16, 2020 at 12:40 pmLove this idea