Q.Growing a pineapple crown with the submerging water. But the leaves in the center are loose and falling out. Is that bad? What
should I do? I have submerged the crown in water for 1 and half weeks. Trim off the dead part, but it’s still continued to brown. And the center leaf is falling off.

GKH_Susan
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Answered on February 16, 2020
At this point the pineapple top has perished, and you need to start over. This time grow it in a light potting mix with perlite and sand. Here's how:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/children/planting-pineapple-tops.htm
Was this answer useful?
00