Planting methods and precautions for potted pomegranates

Pomegranate is an evergreen tree. The size of potted pomegranates is usually controlled through pruning to make it a smaller shrub-like plant. It has a beautiful tree shape, small and exquisite leaves, brightly colored blooming flowers, and can also produce small fruits. It is very suitable for viewing and decorating indoor environments. Let's talk about the planting methods and precautions of potted pomegranates .

1. Choose the right flower pot and soil

Potted pomegranates require a flowerpot that is breathable and well-drained, and generally clay or ceramic pots are chosen. The soil should be loose and fertile. You can mix leaf mold, garden soil and sand in a ratio of 3:2:1 and add a small amount of organic fertilizer .

2. Planting pomegranate seedlings

Choose healthy and strong pomegranate seedlings, preferably with flower buds or fruits. Place a layer of crushed tiles or gravel in the bottom of the pot to aid drainage. Then fill the flowerpot with soil, place the pomegranate seedling in the pot, bury the roots, and gently compact the soil with your hands.

3. Light and temperature

Potted pomegranates prefer plenty of sunlight and can be placed on a balcony or windowsill, receiving at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. The suitable growth temperature for potted pomegranates is 15-25℃. Avoid high temperature exposure in summer and prevent low temperature damage in winter. If the temperature is below 5℃, move it indoors in time.

4. Watering and fertilizing

Potted pomegranates are not tolerant of waterlogging, so watering should be moderate, with the soil surface dry. Generally, water the plants every 2-3 days in spring and summer, and every 5-7 days in autumn and winter. Fertilization should be timely and appropriate. During the spring budding period and the summer flowering and fruiting period, more organic fertilizer and compound fertilizer should be applied every 10-15 days. Reduce fertilization in autumn and winter to avoid excess nutrition.

5. Pruning and shaping

Potted pomegranates should have their branches and leaves pruned regularly to maintain good shape and ventilation and light transmission. Generally, pruning is done before budding in spring and after fruit picking in autumn to remove undesirable branches and leaves that are too dense, too long, crossed, yellowed, infested with insects, and to retain thick, healthy branches with growth potential. At the same time, you can shape and prune the pomegranate according to your preferences to make the potted pomegranate more beautiful.

6. Pest and disease control

Check the plants regularly and watch out for possible pest and disease problems, such as aphids, powdery mildew, etc. If pests or diseases are found, they can be treated with appropriate pesticides or organic control methods.

That’s it