Sunburn on Ornamental Pineapple: Prevention and Care

Brown circles on pineapple leaves after moving outdoors are sunburn. These plants are grown in bright, filtered greenhouse light and cannot tolerate direct sun. The damage is permanent but won't spread if you provide proper conditions.

Correct Care

• Keep in bright, indirect light indoors or dappled shade outdoors.
• Gradual acclimation to brighter light takes weeks, not days.
• Water when top inch of soil is dry; ensure good drainage.
• Fertilize monthly with balanced fertilizer at half strength.

Remove severely burned leaves. New growth will be healthy if light conditions are corrected. The fruit will continue to develop regardless.