Whether you’re spending the holidays in Hawaii or want to add a tropical flair to your decor, decorating pineapples as Christmas trees is a fun, seasonal activity. Here’s what to know about incorporating this fun trend into your family’s holiday traditions.

Why Pineapples Make Great Christmas Trees

Decorating pineapples in lieu of trees has been a holiday trend for the past five years or so. Popularized on Pinterest®, the tradition quickly spread to Instagram® with a host of hashtags, including #pineapplechristmas and #christmaspineapple.

Regardless of whether you’re celebrating the holidays in a beach house or a ski lodge, use a pineapple as your dinner table centerpiece. The fruit is compact, so it won’t take up too much space on the surface, giving you more room for delicious entrees. Additionally, unlike flowers, pineapple centerpieces don’t need to be watered, so the decoration will look stunning throughout the season.

How to Decorate Pineapples for the Holidays

If the designated spot for the fruit is spacious, decorate several of them, and stand them in a row. There’s no wrong way to decorate a pineapple. You can hang baubles and other ornaments from the crown or string lights, tinsel, and popcorn garlands around the base. Make the task a fun part of the holidays by ordering a dozen pineapples and having friends and loved ones come over to decorate their own mini Christmas trees for their homes too.

If you want to share this modern tradition with friends and family, place a bulk order of pineapples from Dole/Tropical Fruits Distributors of Hawaii in Honolulu. These professionals grow their fruit in the nutrient-rich, volcanic soil of Oahu, so the pineapples are sweet and not too acidic. This makes the fruit especially delectable, and your loved ones will enjoy eating their masterpieces once the holidays are over. To place an order, visit their website or call (808) 847-3234.