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Pomegranate 'Pink Blast'

Punica granatum 'Pink Blast'

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Pink Blast is a compact ornamental pomegranate cultivar known for its stunning double pink flowers and smaller, decorative fruit. It combines beautiful spring blooms with edible fruit, making it ideal for landscape and container growing. This variety is prized for its manageable size and extended flowering period.

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  1. Plant Pomegranate 'Pink Blast'

    Around Apr 17

    Near Pittsburgh's average last spring frost.

  2. Tend & protect

    Late spring–summer

    Watering, feeding, and pest-watch reminders.

  3. Harvest Pomegranate 'Pink Blast'

    Around Sep 14

    ≈ 150 days after planting

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Growing Conditions

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Sun: Full sun, 8+ hours daily for best flowering and fruit production
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Water: Drought-tolerant once established; water deeply but infrequently. Allow soil to dry between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
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Spacing: 48 inches
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Days to maturity: 150-180 days from flowering to fruit maturity
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Planting depth: Same depth as root ball for transplants; seeds 0.5 inches deep

Soil

Type: Well-draining sandy loam or rocky soil
pH: 6.0-7.0
Amendments:
Coarse sand Perlite Compost Aged manure

Growing Zones

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Thrives in zones 8-11; best performance in zones 9-10

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Growth Stages

1

Establishment

3-4 months

Young plant developing root system and establishing structure with light shoots

Water regularly to establish roots. Mulch lightly. Avoid heavy pruning. Support with stake if needed.

2

Vegetative Growth

4-6 months

Plant produces new shoots and leaves, establishing branching framework

Light pruning to shape plant. Remove dead or crossing branches. Fertilize monthly with balanced fertilizer.

3

Flowering

6-8 weeks (spring to early summer)

Double pink flowers appear in clusters along branches, very ornamental

Maintain consistent watering. Do not prune heavily. Provide support for loaded branches. Enjoy extended bloom period.

4

Fruit Set

3-4 months

Flowers fade and small fruit develops, initially green then ripening to pink/red

Thin excessive fruit to improve size and ripeness. Mulch to retain soil moisture. Reduce nitrogen fertilizer.

5

Maturity & Harvest

Until harvest (typically fall)

Fruit reaches full size and color, skin becomes thin and smooth

Stop watering briefly before harvest to concentrate sugars. Monitor for ripeness. Prune after harvest if needed.

Companion Planting

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Plant with:

Mediterranean herbs (rosemary, thyme, oregano) Lavender Santolina Cistus (rock rose) Salvia Olive trees Fig trees

Avoid planting near:

Root-competing plants like walnut Plants requiring constantly moist soil Shallow-rooted plants in small containers Heavy feeders like tomatoes

Common Pests

  • Spray with strong water stream or insecticidal soap. Encourage beneficial insects like ladybugs.

  • Use yellow sticky traps. Apply neem oil or insecticidal soap every 7-10 days.

  • Prune heavily infested branches. Spray with horticultural oil during dormancy.

  • Increase humidity with water spray. Apply miticide or neem oil if severe.

  • and

    Remove dropped fruit promptly. Use fruit bagging or netting. Remove infected fruit.

Uses

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Fresh Arils and Juice

Culinary

The sweet-tart arils (seed sacs) are edible fresh, though smaller than commercial varieties. Use in salads, smoothies, or juice. [source]

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Culinary Garnish

Culinary

The decorative pink fruit and arils make attractive garnishes for upscale dishes, desserts, and cocktails. [source]

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Landscape & Container Display

Ornamental

Double pink flowers and decorative fruit make this variety ideal for gardens, patios, and container planting with striking visual appeal. [source]

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Antioxidant Properties

Medicinal

Pomegranate juice and fruit are rich in punicalagins and ellagic acid, compounds studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. [source]

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Floral Arrangements

Craft

The showy double pink flowers can be used in cut flower arrangements and dried for craft projects. [source]

This is not medical advice. LizPlants is not a medical resource. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using plants medicinally.

Harvest Tips

Harvest when skin color is deep pink/red and fruit yields slightly to gentle pressure, typically 5-6 months after flowering. Cut with pruning shears rather than pulling. Fruit does not ripen after picking. Store at room temperature for 1-2 weeks or refrigerate for up to 2 months. Pink Blast fruit is smaller and more decorative than commercial varieties; harvest when fully colored for best flavor.

Fun Facts

  • 🌱 Pink Blast produces double flowers, meaning the blooms have extra petals, creating a fuller, more ornamental appearance than standard pomegranate varieties.
  • 🌱 Pomegranates are among the oldest cultivated fruits, mentioned in ancient Egyptian texts and the Bible; 'Pink Blast' brings this heritage into modern ornamental gardens.
  • 🌱 This cultivar is exceptionally drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for water-wise gardening and xeriscaping in Mediterranean climates.

Gardening Terms

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Cultivar Full Sun Mulch
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