Russian Pomegranate is a cold hardy that can withstand extremely cold temperatures and very disease resistant. It blooms orange-red flowers in abundance in late spring. Flowers are followed by very large fruits. The fruits have red skin, soft red seeds and red arils. Russian Pomegranates are sweet-tart, juicy soft seeds that can be eaten fresh, in salads or to make juice. It is self-fertile and having another same kind next to it will produce heavier crop. Fruits will be ready to harvest in fall. Plant it in full sun and well-drained soil. It matures to 8-10ft tall.
USDA Plant Hardiness Zones: 6-10 Chilling Hours: None Required or 100-200 Pollinators: Not Required though two plants enhance pollination Plant Type: Deciduous Fruit Tree Height at Maturity: 10-12' Width at Maturity: 10-12' Growth Habit / Form: Rounded, Upright Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast Flower Color: Orange Flowering Period: Spring Foliage Color: Green Fruit Color: Red Fruit Size: Large Fruit Taste: Sweet-tart Harvest time: September - October Sun Needs: Full to Mostly Sun Water Needs: Average, low when established Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Silt, Sand thrives on calcareous soil, sandy soil as well as rock gravel. Soil Moisture / Drainage: Well Drained Moist Soil pH: 5.5 - 7.0 Maintenance / Care: Low Pruning: Prune in late winter to shape the tree, remove dead or damaged wood, and encourage airflow. Cold Protection: Although hardy, young plants may benefit from additional protection in severe winters, such as mulching around the base or using frost covers.
