Pomegranate (Punica granatum)

Where to plant

Let’s now see where to plant Pomegranate (Punica granatum). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.

Orientation

It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant pomegranate in a east facing, south facing or west facing garden.

Garden style

It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Punica granatum can work very well in gardens of different styles:

• City & Courtyard Gardens – usually small gardens, these gardens need smart designs to work well as they have to allow areas to relax, play and entertain;
• Mediterranean Gardens – can be formal or informal, and are inspired by the vegetation and materials of the hot, dry climates of the Mediterranean region;
• Patios, balconies and containers – gardens confined to the space next to buildings where the cultivation is done in pots and containers;

Planting type

pomegranate is normally used in wall-side borders – that create a very specific microclimate;.