How to Care for Punica granatum (Pomegranate)

Korean name: 석류나무

The pomegranate tree is a small deciduous shrub or tree with red flowers and succulent fruit. Its oval leaves and edible fruits make it popular for home cultivation. It requires proper watering and plenty of sunlight.

Key facts

• Category: Vegetable & fruit
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors or outdoors
• Native to: Western Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Flower meaning: abundance
• Traits: edible, medium difficulty, slight cold tolerance, flowers and fruit
• Also known as: Pomegranate, Punica, Pomegranate tree

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers full sun.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil dries out.
• Soil: Use well-drained soil.
• Humidity: Grows well in normal humidity.
• Temperature: 15~30°C
• Fertilizer: Apply slow-release fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Punica granatum?

Water thoroughly when the soil dries out. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Punica granatum?

It likes Prefers full sun.. You can grow it indoors or outdoors. Use Use well-drained soil..

Is Punica granatum safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Punica granatum good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 15~30°C. Humidity: Grows well in normal humidity.. Fertilise Apply slow-release fertilizer once a month during the growing season..