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Can You Grow Pomegranate in Massachusetts?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b
Container growing in a large pot allows you to move it indoors before hard frost.
Plant zones
Massachusetts last frost
Massachusetts first frost
Days to harvest
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.
Gardening in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has a humid continental climate. Boston and coastal areas are Zone 6a-6b; inland areas are colder at Zone 5b-6a. Four seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Pomegranate in Massachusetts?
Container growing in a large pot allows you to move it indoors before hard frost.
What zone is Massachusetts?
Massachusetts spans USDA Zone 6a (5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Pomegranates in Massachusetts?
See the planting guide for Pomegranate — timing depends on your exact frost date.