Medium to large bright red fruits with sweet/tart juice arils. Kazake pomegranate is a natural dwarf, under 6 feet. Unusually hardy, heat and drought tolerant once established to zone 8-10 locations with hot summers. Self-Pollinating.
ZONE: 8-10
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Self-fertile.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full sun, consistent heat, balanced moisture (especially during first 2 years), reduce grass competition in root zone. Top dress with compost yearly. Summer prune for airflow and ease of harvest. Spur bearer. Late season ripening.
CHILL HOURS: 200 hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Good.
SIZE AT MATURITY: 15' x 15', but can be kept at 8' x 4' with pruning.
