{"title":"Pomegranate","description":"\u003cp\u003ePomegranates for warm-climate gardens in zones 7 to 10.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"makedonia-red-pomegranate","title":"Makedonia Red Pomegranate","description":"\u003cp\u003eMakdonia (sometimes sold as Makedonia Red or “Greek Red”) is a pomegranate variety grown as a fruiting shrub or small tree. It’s known for showy red orange flowers and red fruit with a sweet tart flavor. It’s often chosen by growers who want a pomegranate that can handle cooler winters compared to many other varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlant type: Fruiting shrub or small tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBotanical name: Punica granatum\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commonly listed around 6-9, with best reliability in warmer parts of that range\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThorns: Yes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlant size\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Often about 8-12 ft in-ground, can be kept smaller with pruning\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMature width: Often about 8-12 ft\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 6-10 ft depending on how large you want it to grow\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright red orange flowers, typically late spring through summer depending on climate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin and arils:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red to red-orange skin, red arils inside\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlavor: Sweet tart\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSeed texture: Often described as semi-hard\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRipening and harvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically late summer into fall, timing varies by region\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick when fruit is fully colored, heavy for its size, and the rind feels firm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water consistently the first year, then deep water during flowering and fruit fill for better size and quality\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light feeding in spring is usually enough, too much nitrogen can reduce fruiting\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter to remove dead or crowded wood, keep a strong framework, avoid heavy pruning if you want maximum fruit\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCold-weather notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn cooler areas, plant in a protected spot with wind shelter and good sun exposure\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn climates with frequent hard freezes, many growers use a container so the plant can be moved to protection during the coldest weather\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat you’re getting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA pomegranate variety valued for ornamental flowers and sweet tart fruit, commonly selected by growers aiming for better cold tolerance than standard warm-climate types\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FruitBushes","offers":[{"title":"6 Pack - Bare Root","offer_id":45110953312335,"sku":"POM-MAKEDONIA-RED-6-BARE","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7906\/0815\/files\/1920px-Fruit_in_Pompeii_Ruins__2848445438611_29.jpg?v=1791761479"}],"url":"https:\/\/fruitbushes.com\/collections\/pomegranate.oembed","provider":"FruitBushes.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}