Pomegranate
Punica granatum
Also listed as Granatum punicum, Punica florida
Also known as Pomegranate Tree, Granado
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A deciduous shrub or small tree prized for its ornamental orange-red flowers and large seeded fruits with tart, juicy arils. Extremely drought-tolerant once established and suitable for warm, dry climates.
Why grow it
Pomegranate offers reliable fruit production in arid and semi-arid regions where many temperate fruit crops struggle, and its ornamental value makes it useful as a dual-purpose specimen. Compared to other drought-tolerant fruiting shrubs, it has a longer productive lifespan and produces fruit reliably with minimal inputs once established. The tart arils work well fresh or processed, and the plant's low water needs after establishment make it well-suited to xeriscaping schemes.
Watch out for
Pomegranate requires full sun and warm conditions to set fruit reliably; plants in marginal climates may produce flowers without consistent fruiting. In humid regions, fungal diseases like leaf spot and fruit rot can become problematic, requiring attention to air circulation and sanitation. The plant may sucker vigorously from the base or roots, so plan for occasional pruning or root barriers if you want to maintain a single-trunk form.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Lythraceae
Native Range
Mediterranean to Central Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
'Wonderful' is the most common commercial cultivar with large, deep red fruits and excellent flavor; 'Mollar' and 'Punicose' are seedless or low-seed varieties popular for fresh consumption. Dwarf ornamental cultivars like 'Nana' are available for smaller spaces.
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A deciduous shrub or small tree prized for its ornamental orange-red flowers and large seeded fruits with tart, juicy arils. Extremely drought-tolerant once established and suitable for warm, dry climates.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Pomegranate grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Pomegranate offers reliable fruit production in arid and semi-arid regions where many temperate fruit crops struggle, and its ornamental value makes it useful as a dual-purpose specimen. Compared to other drought-tolerant fruiting shrubs, it has a longer productive lifespan and produces fruit reliably with minimal inputs once established. The tart arils work well fresh or processed, and the plant's low water needs after establishment make it well-suited to xeriscaping schemes.
Watch out for
Pomegranate requires full sun and warm conditions to set fruit reliably; plants in marginal climates may produce flowers without consistent fruiting. In humid regions, fungal diseases like leaf spot and fruit rot can become problematic, requiring attention to air circulation and sanitation. The plant may sucker vigorously from the base or roots, so plan for occasional pruning or root barriers if you want to maintain a single-trunk form.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Lythraceae
Native Range
Mediterranean to Central Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
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Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
'Wonderful' is the most common commercial cultivar with large, deep red fruits and excellent flavor; 'Mollar' and 'Punicose' are seedless or low-seed varieties popular for fresh consumption. Dwarf ornamental cultivars like 'Nana' are available for smaller spaces.