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Can You Grow Pomegranate in Delaware?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6b, 7a

Grows well here

Pomegranate thrives in your warm zone — plant against a south wall for maximum fruit production.

Plant zones

7a–11b

Delaware last frost

early March

Delaware first frost

late November

Days to harvest

Perennial

About Pomegranate

Pomegranate is a drought-tolerant Mediterranean shrub that produces jewel-like fruit packed with antioxidants. Dwarf varieties grow beautifully in containers and overwinter indoors in cold climates.

Grow in the hottest spot in your garden — reflected heat from a south wall is ideal. Needs 120+ days of heat to ripen fruit. In cold zones, grow Wonderful or Nana dwarf in a 15+ gallon container and overwinter indoors in a cool bright room.

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Gardening in Delaware

Delaware has a humid subtropical climate moderated by the Atlantic. Mild winters and warm summers support a long growing season for mid-Atlantic vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Pomegranate in Delaware?

Pomegranate thrives in your warm zone — plant against a south wall for maximum fruit production.

What zone is Delaware?

Delaware spans USDA Zone 7a (6b, 7a).

When do you plant Pomegranates in Delaware?

See the planting guide for Pomegranate — timing depends on your exact frost date.