Azadi Pomegranate

Container Growing

Suitable for containers in cool-winter regions; ensure the pot has ample drainage and move to a sheltered area or indoors if extreme frost is expected.

Family

Lythraceae

Foliage Look

Lush, bright green, narrow-oval leaves arranged symmetrically along slightly woody, reddish-green stems.

Foliage Rules

Leaves are simple, opposite or whorled, lanceolate, and bright green with a leathery texture.

Fruit Flower Look

Vibrant orange-red, tubular flowers and round, heavy, leathery-skinned fruit typically displaying shades of deep red or bronze.

Fruit Flower Rules

Flowers are tubular and vivid red-orange; fruit is round, leathery, and typically red to yellow-red when mature. Do not show fruit on young starter plants.

Growth Habit Rules

Maintain an open, shrubby form rather than a singular, dense pillar. Branches can be slightly pendulous as they age.

Mature Plant Look

A beautiful, open, multi-stemmed shrub with brilliant orange-red blooms and rounded, heavy fruit set against glossy green foliage.

Mature Stage Morphology

Mature specimens develop an open, woody frame with arching branches and denser foliage; fruit hangs from the ends of branches.

Morphology Rules

Avoid overly symmetrical or perfectly spherical shapes; pomegranate shrubs often have a slightly irregular, rustic structure.

Plant Faqs

How much sun does an Azadi Pomegranate need? It requires at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sun for best growth and fruit set. Can I grow this pomegranate in a container? Yes, it thrives in large containers, making it a great option for patios or regions with cold winters. How big does this plant get? Expect a mature size of 8 to 12 feet, though it can be maintained smaller through regular pruning. When should I harvest the fruit? Fruit typically ripens in late summer or autumn when the skin turns a deep, solid color.

Root Look

Strong, white-to-light-tan root mass filling the starter plug volume.

Soil Look

Dark, rich, well-draining soil mix with light perlite distribution.

Starter Stage

Young, actively growing starter plant with pliable stems and small, lanceolate, semi-glossy green leaves.

Starter Stage Morphology

Typically features a central leader or branched structure with opposite, narrow leaves; root system should be well-developed and fibrous in the plug.

Video Voiceover Script

Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Azadi Pomegranate. This is Azadi Pomegranate, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this fruiting shrub become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future edible garden you want to create. The vibrant, trumpet-shaped orange-red flowers and leathery, jewel-filled fruits provide a stunning, seasonal display of color and texture. Establish your starter by repotting into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix, then move to a final container or sunny location once established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.

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Discover the vibrant Azadi Pomegranate, a beautiful, multi-purpose shrub that brings edible fruit and striking flowers to your garden. Ideal for sunny landscapes or containers, this hardy cultivar is a perfect addition to any home orchard.

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Growing Azadi Pomegranate: Fruiting Shrubs for Your Garden