Pineapples are now widely available in many stores. I prefer Sam's pineapples for the price but also for the quality. I usually can find larger, riper pineapples at Sam's than at other stores and at a better price. I have a method of cutting a pineapple so as to minimize waste and maximizing edible flesh. There is usually a container of fresh pineapple in one of out refrigerators. One thing I like to do, especially when we are having guest is to offer a baked spiced pineapple as an unusual and very tasty desert. See Dorie Greenspan's recipe "Laurent's Baked Spiced Pineapple" on The Splendid Table website.

The pineapples at Sam’s are larger than you find at a regular grocery store for the same price. I appreciate the value. Always packed with lots of that gold pineapple flavor, the last one I purchased was a deeper yellow color than usual and the sweetest pineapple I’ve ever tasted.

The pineapples seem to be hit or miss. Sometimes I get a great one but the last two have had some bad spots which seemed to affect the whole pineapple. They just don't seem as sweet as they used to be. The ones at Sam's do seem larger than the grocery store.

I was super stoked that Sam’s Club had massive pineapples when I went. However, I cut into it the DAY AFTER I bought it, and it was brown inside and smelled rancid. I was super bummed because it didn’t feel/look gross from the outside and I didn’t even let it sit out for more than 24 hours before I tried cutting it. I sadly just picked a bad pineapple :(

You are getting a good deal from r the price ce! Although, I’ve noticed that pineapples have dropped in price drastically. Not sure why, when everything else has doubled or tripled in price over the last couple of years! Probably something that sleepy joe has no control over!!!

These "gold" pineapples are really tasty! Rarely have I gotten one that has not been juicy and sweet. There are sometimes a few of these in the store that are a little to soft, but I just avoid those. It's a naturally grown fruit, so they are obviously all going to be a little different, but on the whole these are a great item that we buy often.

Doesn’t happen often, but I got a bad pineapple! Bought two pineapples, but had to throw one of them away. One good, and one bad. I will stop at customer service to see if they will replace the bad one with the picture I have. The good one was delicious, and they both appeared the same when I purchased.

I bought a pineapple and forgot about it for at least a week, maybe more. When my kids reminded me we had it, somewhat out of sight, I thought it was going to be all brown inside. We cut it open and it was perfect, despite the fact that the outside of it looked pretty sad.

Make sure to look for one that’s plump and firm, and one with leaves that are fresh and green. (Like with all fresh produce) you better know your pineapple and how to pick them. When you are going to use them and for what IS a big deal. They can ripped up fast, so don't just leave them on the counter for a different day unless you understand pineapples. The ripeness is indicated by the gold color, which forms from the base up: the more gold, the sweeter (and riper) the pineapple. Over-ripe pineapples are orange and have a fermented fruit odor. Pineapples are pretty to look at and make a great centerpiece; for the novice they could be intimidating to cut into so USE A SHARP KNIFE. Slice off the top: Place the pineapple on its side and slice off about a half inch of the top (UNLESS you want to grow the top, then read until the end first) Stand the pineapple cut side down & cut away the outer peel from top to bottom following the pineapple contours. Do NOT cut so deep that you remove the eyes as the fruit is sweetest & juiciest closest to the outer part that is being sliced away (unless you're in a rush, but still, try and take you time and being tedious, well, this is a good time to be tedious) Cut off about a half inch from the bottom of the pineapple. Cut out each eye individually using a small sharp knife. Since the eyes line up on the diagonal, you could make diagonal V-shaped trench cuts to carve out the pineapple eyes BUT AGAIN you are going to get rid of the best part doing so. Decide what kind of pieces you are going for since the pineapple is ready to cut further: Circles: lay the pineapple on its side and cut it, typically ¾" in thickness but YOU decide Rings: cut out the core from the circles Chunks: cut the pineapple rings into smaller pieces OR keep the pineapple whole then cut the pineapple lengthwise and again to quarter it, remove the core (or NOT) and cut into yet smaller pieces (you-do-you) ***** GROW a pineapple from the crown top Select a Healthy Pineapple that is ripe with vibrant green leaves Detach the top by carefully & firmly grasping the leaves and twist. The closer to the fruit you grasp the leaves the better. The crown will detach from the base. Remove the lower leaves of the crown to where at least 1"is exposed but try not to go over 2" You will see that the leaves were covering up small brown nubs from where the new roots will sprout. Dry the pineapple crown by laying it on its side and leave it to dry for 1-2 days away from heat & direct sun. Weeks 2-6: You can root the plant directly in moist potting mix but I rather see the roots grow by placing the crown in a jar of clean, warm water, with only the leaf-free area submerged in the water. Keep the water fresh & clean by changing it every other day. It is normal for some of the leaves to start to dry and turn brown as long as some of the leaves stay green. IF all the green leaves of the crown disappear and dry out, time to try another pineapple. Usually the pineapple crown will be growing roots after 3 weeks in the water; After the roots are at least 3" long, plant the crown in succulents and cacti potting mix using a pot large enough to give the roots room to grow loosely & without restriction Weeks 7-14 Keep the plant away from direct sun and keep the soil is consistently moist but not too wet as the roots will continue to grow in the soil. After about two months, the roots should be growing through & grabbing the soil together with signs of new leaf growth, coming from the top middle of the plant. ************* from: "~Melissa the Empress of Dirt ♛ Pineapple Plant Care Light Pineapple is a tropical fruit plant, so provide bright sun without burning the plant or drying out the soil. A summer holiday outdoors near a wall for extra warmth is something to consider. You can also use grow lights (shows what I use) if you do not have natural sun available. Temperatures Pineapples will die in freezing temperatures. Growth halts below 60°F (15.5°C) and above 90°F (32°C). The sweet spot is right in the middle: 68°F and 86°F (20-30°C). Water I highly recommend using a simple moisture meter for both houseplants and outdoor container plants. It’s a simple way to know how moist the soil is at root level and learn to keep water levels nice and even. Pineapples are somewhat drought-tolerant but it’s too easy to go to an extreme when growing indoors in a container. For this reason, I keep mine moderately moist at all times. Drought also slows or halts growth. Leaves become light green, then yellow or red and curled when drought is present. Overwatering is just as harmful: yes, even watering is key! It’s not unusual for the tips of the leaves to turn brown. I have seen this happen from both overwatering and underwatering. If it happens, trim off the brown with clean scissors. If the middle of the plant turns yellow or brown, it’s likely the entire the plant is dying. Fertilizer As your plant grows, it will need a balanced, slow-release organic fertilizer (5-5-5) N-P-K macro-nutrients. You may also want to research options for applying micro-nutrients a few times per year. Resources Pineapple Fruit To fruit or not to fruit, that is the question Pineapple plants need 2-3 years of maturing before flowering and fruiting can take place. During this time, your pineapple plant will outgrow its pot a couple of times and need repotting. Pineapple plant, fruit, and crown. Cut away old, dead leaves as needed. If, after all this time, your plant is healthy but not flowering, look up ways to force blooms. It may just need that extra boost. Eventually, if you’re lucky, it will indeed flower and fruit. Suspenseful, isn’t it?"

Used curbside pickup and the pineapple I got was moldy on the bottom and the top was shriveled with no signs of life. It should have been pulled from the floor and the picker should not have picked it. I had to throw it away. I have mobility issues that prevented me from shopping in person. If Sam's is going to offer pickup service they need to insure that the produce and other perishables are chosen with care.