Hardy Edibles

Lythraceae

pomegranate

Punica granatum

pomegranate

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Survives zone 7 through 9

Juicy sweet-tart arils.

Hardiness
Zone 7 to 9
Habit
Shrub
Edible part
Fruit
Ripens
Autumn — does not ripen off the tree
Mature size
Shrub 3–6 m; EXCELLENT in containers. ⚠ 'Nana' is ornamental with poor eating quality
Light
Full sun (needs heat to ripen)
Soil pH
5.5–7.5 (alkaline-tolerant)
Environment
Semi-arid
Status
Cultivated
Years to fruit
2–3 yrs (full crop ~yr 5)
Pollination
Self-fertile, better with a partner