The Afganski Pomegranate is a robust Russian variety known for reliably producing abundant, large fruits with dark red skin and a flavor that ranges from sweet to mildly tart. Its vivid scarlet blossoms stand out against lush green foliage, giving it a subtropical appearance. This multi-stemmed deciduous shrub typically reaches 8 to 15 feet in height but can be easily maintained at a smaller size through pruning. Thriving in full sun and warm conditions, it blooms and fruits well, is self-fertile, and emerges with leaves in late spring. Suitable for growing in zone 6b.
Details
Botanical Name
Punica granatum 'Afganski'
Common Name
Afganski Pomegranate
Hardiness Zone
- 6
Appearance
Max Height
15 feet
Max Spread
10 feet
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Orange
Edible
Edible
- YES
Edible Component
- Seeds
Edible Harvest Period
Fall
Edible Use
- Fresh Eating
- Preserves
- Juice Making
Fruit Colour
- Dark Red
Growing
Flowering Period
Spring to Summer
Moisture
Average to Dry
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Occasional
Deer Resistance
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