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Punica granatum

Pomegranate

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Greg Applegate/Thompson

 

Description

A dense growing shrub, the Pomegranate produces showy, orange-red flowers that are followed by 2" diameter decorative fruit. Its apple-green leaves are about 1" long and 1/2" wide. (The fruit is not edible.)

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Fall

Leaf Color

Bronze, Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Red

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Lawn, Patio

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.