1 Live Plant Afganski Pomegranate Punica granatum Cold Hardy Starter Plug
Afganski Pomegranate is a cold-hardy variety of Punica granatum prized for its ornamental beauty and edible fruit. This starter plug arrives as a young, actively growing plant ready to establish in containers or garden beds, offering a rewarding growing experience for gardeners seeking a distinctive fruiting shrub. Known for its vibrant orange-red blooms and glossy green foliage, it adds year-round structure and seasonal color to patios, borders, and warm-climate landscapes.
The Afganski Pomegranate works well as a specimen plant, in edible gardens, or as a container subject on sunny patios. Its showy flowers attract pollinators, while the fruit can be used fresh in salads, juices, and preserves when fully ripe. Plants grown in cooler zones benefit from container culture and winter protection. With patience and consistent care, this variety develops into a productive and decorative addition to the home garden.
Species: Punica granatum
Variety: Afganski
Type: Fruiting shrub
Plant_Habit: Upright, bushy
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral
Days_to_Harvest: 150-180
Zones: 6-10 with protection
Germination: Not applicable
Sowing: Not applicable
Spacing: 6-10 feet
Notes: Cold hardy selection; thrives in containers in cooler zones