Punica granatum 'Flore Pleno' (Flowering Pomegranate)

Punica granatum (Flowering Pomegranate) 'Flore Pleno' red flower close up on green branch
Punica granatum (Flowering Pomegranate) 'Flore Pleno' red flower with dense ruffled petals on green branch

Botanical name: Punica granatum

Common names: Flowering Pomegranate, Noshi Shibari, Double Flower Pomegranate

Cultivar: Flore Pleno

Family: Lythraceae    (Formerly:Punicaceae)

Subfamily: Punicoideae

Origin: Persia

USDA Zone: 8-11

Plant type: Fruit
Fruit type: Pomegranate
Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large bush or small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white; red, crimson, vinous
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

This double variety makes a spectacular specimen plant. Can be grown in pots and will produce carnation like blooms, colored fiery red/orange from late winter through the fall. This pomegranate does not bear fruits. Fast-growing, good as a house plant, easy to grow.

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