Punica granatum/ Pomegranate Species Guide
Punica granatum is one of two species that makes up the genus Punica.
Native to the Mediterranean and Asia, Pomegranates have opposite, narrowly
oblong, shiny leaves and showy funnel shaped flowers available in a variety
of colours.
Ease of Cultivation 6/10 Suitablity and Ease for Bonsai Styling 7/10
Position Outside in full sun during the growing season. Though slightly frost hardy as trees in the ground, it is wise to bring indoors when temperatures drop below 3-5°C in the Autumn, preferably after leaf-fall. Find a well lit, cool position indoors.
Repotting Every two years as buds extend in Spring.
Pruning Prune back to one or two sets of leaves. For flowers allow growth to extend unpruned until after flowering.
Wiring Care should be taken with older branches as they become brittle.
Propagation Sow seed at 13-18°C in Spring. Root semi-ripe cuttings in Summer. Air-layer after Spring growth hardens.
Pests and diseases Aphids, scale insects and mites. Occasionally mildew in very damp, humid weather.
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