Name: Cold Hardy Red Pomegranate
Brand: The Sill
SKU: EDB-POM-COL-45-3G
Price: 199.00 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.3 (3 reviews)

Cold Hardy Red Pomegranate Information

About

About The Cold Hardy Red Pomegranate

The Cold Hardy Red Pomegranate Tree is a structural masterpiece for any landscape, engineered by nature to withstand plummeting temperatures down to 10°F without sacrificing its oversized, leathery-skinned fruit. Beyond its impressive resilience, this tree serves as a dual-purpose ornamental powerhouse, erupting in vibrant, trumpet-shaped orange blossoms in spring that draw pollinators by the dozen before transitioning into heavy clusters of nutrient-dense superfood!

Why You’ll Love It

Winter Resilience: No more worrying about the first frost; this variety is specifically bred to handle northern winters.
Space-Saving: Whether you have a sprawling yard or a compact patio, this versatile tree thrives in the ground or in large containers, doubling as a lush, fruiting privacy screen.
Effortless Abundance: As a self-fertile and drought-tolerant grower, it requires minimal intervention to produce a massive yield of juicy pomegranates.

Plant Details

Cold Hardy Red Pomegranate Details

Mature Height:

8-10 ft.

Mature Width:

8-10 ft.

Sunlight:

Full Sun

Growth Rate:

Fast

Harvest Time:

September

Botanical Name:

Punica granatum 'Salavatski'

Botanical Name:

Punica granatum ssp.

Grows Well In Zones:

6-9 outdoors

Does Not Ship To:

AK, AZ, HI, OR

Growing Zones 6-9 Outdoors

(Hardy down to 0° F)

Care Guide

bundle | 3 Gallon - Single | Agnes | Cement Grey

Watering Requirements

Water young pomegranate trees weekly with 1–2 inches of water until they are established. Once established, water less frequently, but give them a deep, thorough soaking during dry spells and fruit development to keep soil moisture even and prevent fruit splitting.

Sunlight Requirements

Thrives in full sun, needing at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily to produce abundant fruit. Tolerates some light shade, but excessive shading can lead to weak growth, fewer blossoms, and reduced fruit yield.

Humidity Requirements

Pomegranate trees prefer dry to moderate humidity, but high humidity combined with poor airflow can lead to fungal leaf spot and fruit rot.

Pet-Friendly Plant?

No, use caution when placing this plant in homes with pets.

Read our full care guide

FAQs

bundle | 3 Gallon - Single | Mexia | Cement Grey

Frequently Asked Questions

This variety is cold hardy down to about 10°F, making it a great choice for gardeners in cooler climates.

How cold can the Cold Hardy Red Pomegranate Tree tolerate?

This variety is cold hardy down to about 10°F, making it a great choice for gardeners in cooler climates.

No. It is self-fertile, so a single tree can produce fruit on its own, though additional trees may increase yields.

Does this pomegranate tree need another tree to produce fruit?

No. It is self-fertile, so a single tree can produce fruit on its own, though additional trees may increase yields.

Yes! It grows well in large containers, making it ideal for patios, decks, and smaller landscapes.

Can I grow the Cold Hardy Red Pomegranate Tree in a container?

Yes! It grows well in large containers, making it ideal for patios, decks, and smaller landscapes.

Harvest pomegranates when they develop rich red color and feel heavy for their size, typically in late summer through fall, depending on your climate.

When can I harvest the pomegranates?

Harvest pomegranates when they develop rich red color and feel heavy for their size, typically in late summer through fall, depending on your climate.

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