Pomegranate ‘Purple Heart’
Large, red fruit, dark red arils, excellent refreshing flavour, sweet with low acidity, medium soft seeds, great for fresh eating and for juicing, trees are high-yielding. Dense, bushy, deciduous shrub, 2‒4 m tall, grow best in loamy soil with good drainage, drought tolerant but grows better with a good supply of water, moderate pruning needed for airflow and fruit quality. Recommended tree spacing for Pomegranate ‘Wonderful’ in Zambia is 3m apart in rows and 5m between rows (660 plants per hectare).
18 in stock
ZK130.00
18 in stock
Pomegranate ‘Purple Heart’ (Punica granatum)
The Pomegranate ‘Purple Heart’ is a striking and rewarding fruit tree, prized for its deep ruby-purple fruits packed with juicy, antioxidant-rich arils. This variety is both ornamental and productive, featuring glossy green leaves, vibrant orange-red flowers, and beautiful fruits that add a pop of colour to any garden.
‘Purple Heart’ thrives in warm, sunny locations and is well-suited to Zambia’s climate. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens or small orchards. The tree produces delicious fruit in late summer to early autumn, ideal for fresh eating, juicing, or drying.
Plant Features:
Botanical name: Punica granatum ‘Purple Heart’
Growth habit: Small deciduous fruit tree (2–4 m high)
Fruit: Large, deep purple skin with sweet-tart, ruby-red arils
Flowers: Bright orange-red, appearing in late spring
Sun exposure: Full sun
Water needs: Low to moderate
Uses: Edible fruit, ornamental garden tree, containers, hedges
Bring a touch of beauty and abundance to your garden with the Pomegranate ‘Purple Heart’ — a tree that’s as stunning as it is fruitful.
