Second time, back to back, that I’ve had a pickup order with a fresh pineapple. Both times it has been rotten with in 1-3 days of buying and I’ve had to throw them out. (1st time 3 days after buying; 2nd time very next day after buying)

Last delivery the pineapple was delivered the top was all dead, a sure sign that it was past its prime… pineapple was rotten through and through. Yuck!!

First pineapple I have ever purchased that was rotten. Not a little rotten the entire inside was rotten. Whoever picked it for my curbside order had to know when they put it in my order that it was rotten. You could put your finger through it.

I have bought several pineapples from Sams. Sometimes not all the way ripe but I leave on the counter until they are. They are sweet and have good flavor.

I had my groceries delivered, so I didnt get to pick the Pinapple. But when it arrived, the shopper selected a green one. So maybe they dont know how to select it. So mine was not sweet at all.

Lucious and sweet Pineapple. Ready to eat. I cut it up, bag it in zip lock bags and freeze it. Cheaper than the frozen bags and they last a long time ready to eat or to throw into a shake

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?"

I have purchased pineapples at various grocery stores within my local community. I can state, hands down, the Tropical Gold pineapples are some of the sweetest pineapples I have tasted. I love home made smoothies. Price is not my deciding criteria but taste is. If you want the sweetest tasting pineapples to be your base for all your smoothies I prefer using Tropical Gold amongst the best product to set the standards.

Our family loves Pine Apples; and we drink Pine Apple juice at least once a week to boost our immunity, add some essential vitamins and nutrients along with some fiber. We also use the pulp to make a face pack as it has so many natural moisturizing conditioners that makes your skin soft. Sams Club has the perfect size and a great price.