Punica granatum 'Wonderful' |
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Pomegranate Wonderful |
Description
Large deciduous shrub or small tree grows to 8' x 6'. Showy orange to red flowers appear in the spring. Flowers attract hummingbirds. The red fruit appears in late summer and ripens in the fall. Fruit is edible. Dark green leaves turn yellow in fall. Accepts full fun to part shade. Native to southern Asia and the Mediterranean.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Orange, Red
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Patio
Special Uses
Screen
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.