is pomegranate cold hardy

Can pomegranates survive cold weather?

Pomegranates hail from the far eastern Mediterranean, so as you may expect, they appreciate plenty of sun. While some varieties can withstand temperatures as low as 10 degrees F. (-12 C.), for the most part, you should protect pomegranate trees in wintertime.

What is the most cold hardy pomegranate?

Russian 26The most cold and heat tolerant Pomegranate we've ever grown. We know from experience that Russian 26 experiences no damage from freeze damage down to 3 degrees F! It can be safely grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a through 11. Russian 26 is as heat tolerant as it is cold tolerant.

What temperature can pomegranate tolerate?

Climate. Most pomegranate cultivars are hardy down to 12 degrees F, with the hardier types surviving without damage down to 7 degrees F. Anecdotal evidence suggests that hard-seeded varieties are more cold-hardy than the soft-seeded types.

What temperature kills pomegranate trees?

The plant usually survives the winter but will be killed to the ground at temperatures below 10 F.

How far north can you grow pomegranate?

Pomegranates grow well in areas with hot, dry summers. Some varieties can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°F; others are damaged at 18°F. They are grown as far north as Zone 7b of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Hardiness Zone Map (Fig.

How fast do pomegranate trees grow?

Growth Rate This shrub grows at a medium rate, with height increases of 13–24" per year.

How long does it take a pomegranate tree to produce fruit?

two to three yearsSomewhat drought tolerant, a pomegranate tree is perfect for the sunniest and warmest locations in the yard that might scorch other plants. Young trees should be planted in the spring after any danger of late frost has passed. They usually take two to three years to bear fruit.

How long will a pomegranate tree live?

Pomegranate trees can reach a height of 10 m (33 ft) and can be very long lived, although their economic lifespan is usually between 12 and 15 years.

Where do pomegranates grow best?

Pomegranates grow best in areas with cool, mild winters and hot, arid summers, thriving in USDA growing zones 8 to 10. That means warm, inland areas of California, Arizona, and similar climates in the US will produce the most fruit.

How do I protect my pomegranate tree from frost?

Extremely cold winters such as the winter of 2011 may kill even the hardy pomegranates except in exceptionally warm microclimates. If extremely low temperatures are anticipated, a thick layer of mulch (straw, pine needles, wood chips) may protect the base of the pomegranate plant allowing it to regrow the next spring.

How do I grow a bigger pomegranate?

Increasing the size of your Pomegranate fruit is more about pruning, watering, and fertilizing than anything else. Older wood will produce larger fruits, so pruning the Pomegranate more like a tree than a shrub will help. Ensuring that the Pomegranate receives adequate water during fruit formation is essential.

Can you grow pomegranates in Zone 8?

Most pomegranate cultivars are cold-hardy in USDA Zones 8 to 10, and should survive with little trouble south and east of the Sandhills.

Can you grow pomegranates in Zone 7?

Pomegranate trees, Punica granatum, are suitable for cultivation in USDA Hardiness Zones 7 to 11. They thrive in arid or semi-arid regions, producing an abundance of fruit in fall in ideal growing conditions.

Will pomegranates grow in Zone 6?

These pomegranate trees are sweet, juicy and can survive temperatures down to 5 degrees in zones 6-9. Plus they produce an abundance of beautiful bright orange flowers over an extended period of time during the spring. Both the flowers and the fruit are produced at a very young age.

Can I grow pomegranate in Zone 5?

The Red Pomegranate provides reliable fruit harvests in both good and bad years. Far north states (growing zones 3 through 5) can plant their Poms in pots to bring indoors for the winter. Plus, it boasts one of the biggest harvests of any pomegranate variety.