Description for Pomegranate, Annar, Anar (Grafted)
The pomegranate, botanical name Punica granatum, is a fruit-bearing deciduous shrub or small tree in the family Lythraceae that grows between 5 and 8 m tall.
Whether you train it as a tree or leave it as a shrub, grow these in your home garden to add a stunning splash of color.Pomegranates thrive in areas of warm, arid conditions.
Common name | Flower colours | Bloom time | Height | Difficulty |
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Punica granatum ,Pomegranate, Annar ,dalimb | orange-red | June to September | 2 ft to 10 ft | easy to grow |
Planting and care
Heat should be second on your pomegranate seed care list. These seeds will germinate at normal room temperature in about 30-40 days. Bring the soil temperature up a few degrees and you can cut this time in half. Try surrounding your plant with foil and placing it in direct sun until the seedlings sprout.
Sunlight | Soil | Water | Temperature | Fertilizer |
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Full sun | well-drained soil | Dry to medium | 40 to 50 degrees F | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Caring for Pomegranate
- Pomegranates need full sun. Keep an eye on the weather report and if temps threaten to drop below 40 degrees F. (4 C.), move the plant indoors to a sunny window.
- Water the tree deeply about once a week, possibly more often during peak summer months.
- Fertilize the tree with half cup of 10-10-10.
Typical uses of Pomegranate
Special features: Cottage gardens, wild gardens, meadows, prairies and naturalized areas. Good fresh cut or dried flower.
Culinary use: used as edible fruit,juice nad many more…
Ornamental use: The plant is used for ornamental purpose. Its generally kep indoor in living room and in terrac area.
Medicinal use: na
References
- http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/
- http://www.flowersofindia.net/
- http://www.gardeningknowhow.com
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