Punica granatum

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Taxonomy: Family: Lythraceae · Genus: Punica

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How it thrives

Partly general data for the genus Punica

Waterlow

Lightfull sun

Humiditylowgeneral genus data

Min. temperature-10 °C

Cold winter dormancy · general genus dataDifficulty: ●●○○○ · general genus data✓ Not known to be toxic · general genus data

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Punica tip: Overwinter tubbed plants bright at 0–8 °C; water very little once leaves fall.

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Punica granatum – what to know

Punica granatum – family: Lythraceae, genus: Punica. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: low; min. -10 °C. There is no reliable data on its effect on cats and dogs.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Punica granatum?

Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.

How much light does Punica granatum need?

It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.

How cold can Punica granatum get?

Frost-hardy to about -10 °C – it can overwinter outdoors in many climates.

Is Punica granatum toxic to cats and dogs?

There is no reliable data on its effect on cats and dogs.

When does Punica granatum flower?

According to the general guideline for the genus Punica: Typical flowering time: June, July, August.

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