My first blog and pineapples

Wow! I did it. My first blog ever..... There are a few directions I would like this blog to take. I really want to use it as a learning tool for what works and what doesn't, as far as growing food and medicine. I believe the parameters of a small urban area may be challenging but may also work in my favor as there will be limits to what I can put into place. Today I started my pineapple garden. This is not a new endeavor, as the pineapples were planted in another area for at least 3 years. I know it takes two years to fruit, but 16 plants and only 1 pineapple in 3 years is not so great. So the pineapples have been moved to a new location where they will get a little more sun and we shall see what happens! Why bother growing something that takes two years to fruit, you ask?  Well, beside the fact that it taste so yummy, pineapple is a great source of vitamin C and also of bromelain, which is a natural anti-inflammatory which also helps reduce bruising and swelling. I have also read that bromelain is good for sinusitis and believe me, when the pollen in Florida kicks in, you need all the help you can get! Well, there it is. Who knew that something that mixes so well with rum could help you breathe better.  Good night all-sleep well.