punica
granatum
granatum
Care level
Medium
Popularity
Popular
This stunning shrub produces vibrant orange-red flowers that transform into jewel-like fruits filled with ruby-colored seeds wrapped in juicy pulp. When grown in containers, it naturally stays compact and can even develop a gnarled, artistic trunk over time, making it a popular choice for bonsai enthusiasts.
Care & maintenance
Light
Light that enters through west or south-facing windows, the most intense light for your interior that will expose plants directly to sunlight.
Temperature
Wide range (44.6°F - 95°F)
Fertilization frequency
Moderate
Monthly during the growing period.
Soil
Choose a General purpose mix: A versatile blend with excellent water retention and aeration. Provides balanced nutrition and suitable drainage for a wide variety of houseplants.
If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:
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Pot
Standard size
Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.
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Features
Size & growth
Medium
Upright
Moderate growth
This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.
It grows upwards without support.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & self-pollinating
The punica granatum can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is capable of self-pollination, it does not need another individual to fertilize itself and therefore produce fruits.