When growing pineapple sage, you will find the most variety in terms of both the plant it is and the variety of fruit produced. If you grow your pomegranate or pineapple under the umbrella of a larger plant, such as the hibiscus, you may end up with three separate plants, producing three separate varieties. For this reason, many grow a grapevine in addition to a pineapple plant. Each one will enjoy a different season and fruit.

To begin growing pineapple sage, choose a sunny location with good drainage, allowing the soil to drain quickly after each watering. There is no need for fertilizers, so you save money by not having to buy them. The flowers look like small grapevines, growing to about four to five feet tall, which makes them perfect for container gardening.

Pone may be confused with the popular Cayenne pepper, but they are actually quite different. Both plants have red flowers, but the Cayenne has black flowers, which are more attractive. Both herb growing herbs, growing pineapple sage and Cayenne, will produce red flowers, but the Cayenne will turn the entire plant black with red leaves.

Pininga, the Latin name for pineapple sage, does not like very much sunlight, preferring to be planted in partial shade to help conserve energy for new growth. You can place the plant in a window, on the east or west side of a building, or in a pot on a sunny windowsill. Full sun is not required; however, during the months when there is a hard frost and freeze, it is a good idea to move the plants to a colder climate. Hard frost will kill most plants, but some types of succulents, such as rockwool, are better off being planted in the garden when temperatures are milder.

Watering is not difficult for growing pineapple sage, since it does not need much. A light mist sprinkling once a week is enough. In well-drained soil, you should water only when the soil seems dry to the touch, because you do not want the roots to become water logged and dried out. If the climate is too cold, a layer of mulch will protect the roots. Watering will also help keep the plant healthy by removing many of the excess nitrogen that plant leaves will accumulate during their lifetime.

Pruning, although optional, can help you get the best possible yield from your new growth plants. Remove dead leaves or stems on a regular basis to promote new growth. If the soil is clay-like, you can easily break up the clumps to remove them from the soil. You should check with local nurseries to see what type of pruning tools and equipment they use for growing pineapple sage and other succulents. Newer varieties may require pruning after each season.

Flowers are large, white, and fragrant. The pineapple sage (salvia elegans) has red flowers with fuchsia-red petals, which grow long and droopy. The blooms rise at maturity and die after the plant flowers. This cultivar is a fairly hardy plant that will grow in full sun to partial shade in any southern climate. It is one of the easiest growing perennials available.

When you are ready to start growing pineapple sage (salvia elegans), you should follow the advice of your local nursery manager. They will tell you the best times of year for planting, the conditions necessary for successful planting, how to get the plants to produce good yields each year, and how to control the problems that may occur due to wetness or lack of nutrients. Once you have established a good growing schedule, you should be able to enjoy the wonderful blooms of this Mediterranean-style herb in full sun. Good drainage and a well drained, mulched soil is also important for this plant to thrive.