Queen Pineapple Seeds for Planting – Grow Sweet & Fragrant Natal Queen Pineapples

Bring a taste of the tropics to your home garden with Queen Pineapple Seeds (Ananas comosus var. Queen). This renowned Natal Queen variety produces golden-yellow, extra-sweet pineapples with an irresistible fragrance and firm texture. Perfect for gardeners who want a compact, hardy pineapple plant that delivers both ornamental beauty and delicious fruit.

These Non-GMO pineapple seeds thrive in warm climates or indoor containers under bright light. With proper care, Queen Pineapple plants reward you with juicy, aromatic fruits rich in vitamin C, manganese, and natural antioxidants — ideal for fresh eating, juices, or desserts.

Features:

• Produces small, golden-yellow pineapples with exceptional sweetness

• Non-GMO and naturally grown seeds

• Compact, hardy plants ideal for home and container gardening

• Rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants

• Adaptable to tropical and subtropical environments

• Highly aromatic and flavorful fruits

Specifications:

• Common Name: Queen Pineapple, Natal Queen Pineapple

• Scientific Name: Ananas comosus var. Queen

• Plant Type: Perennial tropical plant

• Growth Habit: Compact rosette with spiny leaves

• Height: 2–3 feet (0.6–0.9 m)

• Spread: 2–4 feet (0.6–1.2 m)

• Fruit Characteristics: Small, golden fruit with fragrant, sweet flesh

• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

• Harvest Season: 18–24 months after planting

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 10–12

• Sun Exposure: Full sun

• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil

• Soil pH: 5.5–6.5

• Watering: Moderate; allow topsoil to dry slightly between watering

• Temperature Range: 70–95 °F (21–35 °C)

• Season: Best planted in spring or early summer

• Germination Time: 3–6 weeks

• Plant Spacing: 2–3 feet apart

• Pollination: Self-pollinating

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Organic Status: Naturally grown (non-certified)

Planting Guide:

1. Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting.

2. Sow ¼ inch deep in a well-draining, sandy soil mix.

3. Keep soil moist but not soggy; maintain 75–85 °F (24–29 °C).

4. Provide bright light or full sun for healthy germination.

5. Germination occurs in 3–6 weeks.

6. Transplant seedlings when 4–6 inches tall.

7. Water moderately and ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.

8. Fruits mature within 18–24 months, turning bright golden when ready to harvest.