Punica granatum Pomegranate Tree

Punica granatum or Pomegranate is a well known shrub/tree which can produce edible pomegranate fruit. It is quite hardy in the UK (-9C), though a sheltered place is recommended for it to fruit properly. Hard frosts may damage the new spring growth but the pomegranate will re-grow. Planting against a south-facing wall or sheltered location will help. The slender branches grow outwards and as they mature form a fountain shape. Pomegranates produce beautiful red trumpet-shaped flowers up to 6cm long all summer and it is from these flowers that the fruits emerge. They can be grown as a single specimen and pruned to a desirable shape or used as a hedge planted 4-5 feet apart. Punica seem to grow well in most soils (well-drained is best) and can be grown in pots. The fruit should be picked before they split and they store for an extended period. Available now in 10 Litre pots cut back to 140-160cm inc. pot.