{"product_id":"pineapple-queen","title":"Queen Pineapple","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQueen Pineapple (Ananas comosus) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eQueen pineapples are dark-yellow with a small core. The Queen pineapple has a pleasant aroma and flavour, but does not can well. Instead, they're better eaten fresh. Queen pineapples are more tolerant of diseases and cold temperatures than other types of pineapple. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSoil: Requires well-drained, slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter. Ideal pH is between 4.5 and 5.5.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Water consistently but allow the soil to dry slightly between watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: Prefers warm temperatures; protect from frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Full sun is essential for healthy growth and fruit development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilising: Use a balanced, slow-release fertiliser enriched with micronutrients, particularly during the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePruning: Minimal pruning is needed, mainly to remove old or dead leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulching: Organic mulch helps retain soil moisture and keeps roots cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering \u0026amp; Fruiting: Produces a single fruit per plant; fruit matures about 18 months after planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotting: Can be grown in large pots with good drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilising Regime: Fertilise every three months during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Exotica NZ","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":67589340004603,"sku":"QUEENMED","price":99.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":67589344821499,"sku":"QUEENLARGE","price":119.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small","offer_id":67589344854267,"sku":"QUEENSMALL","price":79.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/3826\/3803\/files\/PineappleQueen1.jpg?v=1790551785","url":"https:\/\/farmfreshdirect.co.nz\/products\/pineapple-queen","provider":"Farm Fresh Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}