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Can You Grow Pomegranate in New York?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b
Container growing in a large pot allows you to move it indoors before hard frost.
Plant zones
New York last frost
New York 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 New York
New York ranges from Zone 6b in New York City to Zone 4a in the Adirondacks. Western New York near Lake Erie has a unique microclimate excellent for Concord grapes.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Pomegranate in New York?
Container growing in a large pot allows you to move it indoors before hard frost.
What zone is New York?
New York spans USDA Zone 6a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Pomegranates in New York?
See the planting guide for Pomegranate — timing depends on your exact frost date.