Pomegranate, Nikitski Ranni
Pomegranate, Nikitski Ranni
3 inch Pot - 8 to 12" tall plant in 6" diameter x 7" tall pot. SHIPPABLE
1 gallon Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 6" tall pot. SHIPPABLE
Small Tree Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 6" tall pot. SHIPPABLE
Large Tree Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 12" tall pot. SHIPPABLE
3 gallon Pot - 18 to 36" tall plant in 10" diameter x 8" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY
5 gallon Pot - 30" to 60" tall plant in 11" diameter x 10" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY
15 gallon Pot - 60" to 75" tall plant in 17" diameter x 15" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY
Nikitski Ranni pomegranates are a more successful Russian variety that boasts a balance of sweet and tart flavors. The fruits are large, up to 6 inches in size, with a light pink skin and red arils. The growing season lasts between September and October and the fruit is resistant to cracking.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Pomegranate is fairly easy to take care of. If desired, pomegranates can be pruned to a tree shape. Add compost at initial planting, and dress with 1/2 inch of compost annually. Pomegranates will survive drought, but will flourish with regular deep watering.
ABOUT THIS PLANT
Botanic Name: Punica granatum
Common Names:
Nikitski Ranni,
Lifespan: Perennial / Tree
Hardiness Zone: 7-10
Fruiting Season: September to October
Growth Structure: Bushy growing habit up to 12-14ft. Can also be pruned into a single trunk tree of any height.
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Years to Fruit: 1-2 years
Fruiting Season: September to October
Pruning Season: Winter
Dormancy: Winter Dormant
Native to: Mediterranean
Recommended Size for Container Growing: 30 Gallon