Plant Database
Nana Pomegranate
Pomegranate ‘var. Nana’
The ‘Nana‘ Pomegranate is all about ornamental charm in a perfectly petite package. While its tiny fruits are tart, it is prized for its continuous display of vibrant orange-red flowers and dense, compact form. It‘s the ultimate choice for containers, small patios, low hedges, or as a deer-resistant landscape accent in the Bay Area.
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A true dwarf pomegranate with a dense, bushy habit, rarely exceeding 3-4 feet in height and spread.
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Valued primarily for its non-stop floral show—brilliant orange-red, trumpet-shaped flowers bloom continuously from spring through fall.
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Produces small, ornamental, reddish-brown fruit that are attractive but very tart, best left for the birds or used as a tart garnish.
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Exceptionally adaptable to container life, making it perfect for balconies, entryways, and patio gardens.
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Highly drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and low-maintenance once established, thriving in full sun.
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Can be pruned and trained as a bonsai, making it a popular choice for this art form.
Flavor Profile:
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Flavor: Very tart and acidic (primary use is ornamental).
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Texture: Small arils with hard seeds.
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Best Uses: Outstanding ornamental shrub, container specimen, bonsai, low hedge, or landscape accent plant. Not a primary fruit-producing variety.