Pineapple Champaca Green

The Pineapple Champaca Green (Frydek) is a variegated cultivar of Pineapple plant (Ananas comosus). Here are some care tips:
 
Light:
- Bright. direct light is essential for this variety to maintain its variegation. Aim for 6-8 hours of sunlight per day.
- Too little light will cause it to revert to all green leaves.
 
Water: 
- Allow the soil to dry out halfway down in the pot before watering thoroughly.
- Water more frequently in hotter. sunnier conditions.
- Avoid letting it sit in water to prevent root rot.
 
Soil:
- Use a well-draining soil mix. such as a cactus/succulent potting mix.
- Amend with materials like perlite. pumice or orchid bark for increased drainage.
 
Temperature:
- Prefers warm temperatures between 65°F-85°F.
- Can tolerate temperatures slightly cooler at night.
- Avoid cold drafts or hot. dry conditions.
 
Humidity:
- Thrives with higher humidity levels of 50% or above.
- Use a pebble tray or mist the leaves regularly in dry climates.
 
Fertilizer:
- Feed every 2-4 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half-strength.
- Can use a fertilizer higher in potassium in fall/winter.
 
Pruning:
- Remove any fully green. solid leaves to encourage more variegation.
- Prune off any dead or damaged leaves/sections.
 
With bright light and the right soil conditions. the Pineapple Champaca Green will showcase its striking creamy white and green striped foliage.