PUNICA granatum (Pomegranate)

Common name: Pomegranate

Family: Lythraceae

Origin: Eastern Mediterranean to the Himalaya

Description: Deciduous shrub with vibrant red orange flowers in late spring to early summer, are followed by edible fruits in September

Uses: Ornamental in the UK

Climate/Position: Plant in a sunny, sheltered site, ideally with the protection of a warm wall

Height/Spread: To 2.5 metres, 2.5 metre spread

Soil Requirements: Well drained soil

Pruning: Prune to maintain the plants shape

Special Requirements: More than one tree will increase fruit production