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Punica granatum – Red Silk
Red Silk is a compact, heavy-bearing pomegranate known for its rich flavor, deep red color, and subtle almond essence. Originally discovered and grown by a local family, it gained popularity and was later introduced into the University of Georgia variety trials at Ponder Farm in Tifton, GA. Zones: 89, Spacing: 810 ft circle,
Mature Height: ~6 ft (compact form)
- Excellent sweet-tart flavor with a hint of almond
- Vibrant red skin and juicy, high-quality arils
- Compact bush with serious fruit production
- Not a full dwarf, but the smallest stature of all varieties we offer
- Ideal for smaller spaces, containers, or low-maintenance landscapes
- Our best-flavored dwarf-size variety
Plant Characteristics
- Pest resistance: Excellent
- Disease resistance: Excellent
- Drought tolerance: Very good
- Heat tolerance: Excellent
- Humidity tolerance: Excellent
- Sun tolerance: Very good
- Wet soil tolerance: Poor
- Shade tolerance: Poor
- No spray needed: Excellent
- Salt tolerance: Good
- Fresh for kids: Very good
- Deer resistance: Good
- Thorns: No
- Plant type: Shrub
- Soil type: Well drained
- Edible type: Fruit
- Self-fertile: Yes
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