The major elements required by pineapples are nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, calcium and magnesium.
Phosphorus and calcium are not readily leached from the soil, so the total requirement for the crop cycle can be applied as the base fertiliser. Nitrogen and potassium are needed in large amounts throughout the plant’s development. These can be applied in the form of a complete fertiliser blend to the soil.
If dolomite or gypsum is needed it should be applied before ploughing to aid its incorporation into the soil. The soil should be worked to a fine tilth and the beds formed.
