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 Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

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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Similar plants: Punica granatum 'Flore Pleno' (Flowering Pomegranate)




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