The Pineapple
www.urbansacredgarden.com Did you know that even though we usually associate the pineapple with Hawaii, it is not native to the islands, but transplanted there from Jamaica by the British in 1886, a full 200 years after the fruit had been cultivated and consumed in Europe? The pineapple is native to South America and was most likely imported to the Caribbean by native tribes, who brought the sweet fruit with them and transplanted it on several islands. Spanish explorers record finding the fruit and marveling at its sweetness in the 16th century. However, I am not going to discuss the fruit today, but rather the pineapple and its influence in decorating. One of my favorite things to do with a pineapple is use it as a centerpiece. Usually a Christmas one like this lovely one from Susan: http://betweennapsontheporch.net/ The pineapple, apples and magnolias leaves are just perfect. I also love her idea of making candlesticks out of pineapples . Her...