Description
Punica granatum ‘Nana,’ also known as the Dwarf Pomegranate, is a compact and ornamental shrub perfect for small gardens, patios, containers, and even as a bonsai. This deciduous plant grows to about 2-4 feet tall and wide, offering a neat, rounded habit. Its vibrant red-orange, trumpet-shaped flowers bloom from late spring to summer, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Though the fruit is smaller than standard pomegranates, the tiny, reddish pomegranates are both decorative and edible. Its glossy, lance-shaped leaves provide a lovely green backdrop to the flowers and fruit, adding seasonal interest.
Key Features:
- Compact size, ideal for small spaces, containers, or bonsai cultivation
- Showy red-orange flowers from spring to summer
- Small, ornamental (and edible) pomegranates
- Glossy green foliage
- Suitable for drought-tolerant or Mediterranean gardens
- Can be pruned and shaped into a bonsai
- Thrives in full sun and well-draining soil
Use as Bonsai: Punica granatum ‘Nana’ is a popular choice for bonsai enthusiasts due to its compact growth, beautiful flowers, and miniature fruit. Its small leaves and ability to be shaped through pruning make it ideal for bonsai design. The plant can develop a gnarled, aged trunk over time, adding to its visual appeal as a bonsai. Regular pruning and wiring will help achieve the desired shape, and its ability to tolerate container life makes it a long-term bonsai project.
Care Tips:
- Prefers full sun exposure and well-drained soil
- Drought-tolerant once established, but appreciates regular watering during dry spells
- Can be pruned to maintain shape and size, ideal for formal gardens, low hedges, or bonsai
- In cooler climates, it can be grown as a potted plant and brought indoors during winter
- Bonsai care includes regular pruning, shaping, and occasional repotting
Whether you want a beautiful shrub for your garden or a striking bonsai centerpiece, the Dwarf Pomegranate adds a touch of Mediterranean charm!
Scientific name: Punica Granatum Nana
Common name: Dwarf Pomegranate
Origin: Spain
Height of growth: Up to 1 meter
Hardy: Yes up to -10°C
Heat sensitive: No
Sensitive to wind: No
Suitable as bonsai: Yes
Plant height: 20 – 30 cm
Additional information
| Weight | 0,2 kg |
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