Climate; Dry, Temperate, Sub-tropical, Cold
Common Name; Pineapple 'Elite Gold'
Genus; Ananas
Color; Green, Gold
Item Width; 4 inches 
Item Height; 6 inches 
Indoor/Outdoor; Outdoor
Season of Interest; Spring, Summer
Growth Stage; Seedling
Growth Rate; Fast
Growth Habit; Clumping
Type; Shrubs, Bushes & Hedges
Watering; Medium
Foliage; Deciduous
Sunlight; Full Sun, Partial Shade
Features; Edible
Safety; Thorns
Soil pH; Neutral
Soil Type; Peat, Loam, Clay

Description:

This popular pineapple makes for a wonderful addition to any tropical landscape. Brightly colored gold skin and flesh, this variety makes for great eating. Waxy, strap-like leaves are not serated in this variety. Prized for it's low acidity combined with high sugar content, Elite Gold is one of the leading commercially grown varieties worldwide.

Cultivation:

This variety will do well in partial shade or full sun. Requires regular watering, Outdoor height of 4-6' tall  with 3' spread. Can be container grown.  Repot in rich, well-draining soil. Zone 8-11 and higher.