Ananas D'Amerique A Chair Verte

Muskmelon

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🌱 85d to harvest Vine

Fragrant as warm sunshine, Ananas D’Amerique A Chair Verte unfurls a richly perfumed muskmelon with a vivid, pineapple-like sweet…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	May 29th
Last Frost	May 15th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 12th
Harvest Begins	Sep 5th
Harvest Ends	Aug 25th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	85
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Vine
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	65
Min Night Temp (°F)	55
Harden Off (days)	10

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if my Ananas D'Amerique A Chair Verte shows signs of pineapple mealybugs?

Mealybugs often collect in leaf axils and on the crown; check by shaking the plant over white paper and looking for small white, cottony clusters. Dab them with a cotton swab soaked in 70% isopropyl alcohol, then repeat every 5–7 days for 2–3 weeks. For heavy infestations, spray an insecticidal soap thoroughly into the leaf bases and crown (especially the underside of leaves) and repeat weekly until no new clusters appear.

How often should I water my pineapple during active growth, and what soil moisture level should I keep?

During the 85-day growing period in full sun, keep the potting mix or bed soil evenly moist but never waterlogged—aim for a “damp like a wrung-out sponge” feel. Water when the top 1 inch of soil dries; this is usually about once per week in warm weather, but pots may need more frequent watering. Make sure excess water drains freely because pineapple roots rot quickly if they stay wet.

How can I tell when my Ananas D'Amerique A Chair Verte is ready to harvest?

Harvest when the fruit develops a strong pineapple aroma and the skin color shifts from green toward yellow-green, with the “eyes” becoming more pronounced. Another reliable cue is when the fruit’s outer leaves around the crown loosen slightly and the fruit feels heavy for its size. A typical harvest window is around 85 days from planting once these color/aroma changes appear.

Fragrant as warm sunshine, Ananas D’Amerique A Chair Verte unfurls a richly perfumed muskmelon with a vivid, pineapple-like sweetness and a cool, green-gold interior. The flesh is tender and succulent, melting with a smooth, juicy texture that’s especially inviting straight from the garden and also shines in chilled fruit bowls, fresh salsas, and vibrant preserves. Grow it for its distinctive, aromatic character and its satisfying, slice-ready abundance at about 85 days.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 55°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.

Direct Sow Preferred

Sensitive roots — does not transplant well. If starting indoors, use biodegradable pots and disturb roots as little as possible when moving outdoors.

Expert Note

For muskmelons, wait until soil is reliably warm and harden seedlings well—cool snaps are the main cause of poor flowering and misshapen fruit.