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Punica granatum var. nana

Family Punicaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   7a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H3 - G2   Australia:   1 - 5  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.6 - 15 m (2 - 50 ft)
Spread 0.6 - 1.5 m (2 - 5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The deciduous shrub Punica granatum var. nana (dwarf pomegranate) produces showy, bright orange and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to late summer. This plant is arching in form and has glossy, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is medium green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Showy fruit are produced by Punica granatum var. nana (dwarf pomegranate).
Typical Uses Border, container, culinary, hedge and topiary.
Special Characteristics Punica granatum var. nana is tolerant of salt.
Cautions Thorns can make Punica granatum var. nana (dwarf pomegranate) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets.