Pomegranate, Purple Heart
Pomegranate, Purple Heart
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
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The Purple Heart, otherwise known as Sharp Velvet, is a variety developed here in California by John Chater. It is a sweet fruit that has just a slight tang and is has a red rind and dark red arils with medium soft seeds. This variety is great for fresh eating and for juicing.
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:
Purple Heart,
Sharp Velvet,
Lifespan: Perennial / Tree
Hardiness Zone: 7-10
Fruiting Season: September to November
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 November
Pruning Season: Winter
Dormancy: Winter Dormancy
Flowers? Yes, Red
Native to: Mediterranean
Recommended Size for Container Growing: 30 gallon
