Pomegranate trees can become big and unruly, with their spiny branches and lax growing habit. Punica granatum var. nana is a more compact variety. It fruits very freely and is suitable for growing in pots, making it perfect for growing in a greenhouse or conservatory. In summer, orange-red, funnel-shaped flowers are produced, followed by round edible fruit.
For best results grow Punica granatum var. nana in loam-based potting compost, water freely and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly during the growing season. Pomegranates need a long, hot summer to produce fruit and a temperature between 13C and 16C in autumn for the fruit to ripen. The Royal Horticultural Society has given Punica granatum var. nana its prestigious Award of Garden Merit.
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Punica and wildlife
Punica has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
