Dwarf Parfianka Pomegranate

Botanical Name: Punica granatum 'Parfianka'
Common Names: Parfianka Pomegranate, Dwarf Parfianka Pomegranate

Parfianka is widely regarded as one of the absolute finest pomegranate varieties in the world, originating from Turkmenistan. While naturally a compact tree, it can easily be kept as a dwarf specimen (1.5–2m) through light annual pruning or grown in a large container. It produces large, vibrant red fruit with soft, manageable seeds and an exceptionally sweet, rich flavour with a subtle hint of acidity.

Highly adaptable to warm, hot summer climates, it is a magnificent, highly productive choice for backyard food forests, patio containers, or smaller suburban spaces.

Features:

• Ideal prune height range: 1.5–2m (dwarf/container management) or up to 3m full size
• pH growing conditions: 6.0 to 7.5
• Shade or full sun: Prefers full sun for optimal flowering and fruit set
• Minimum pot year 5: 50L–70L pot
• Time to fruit age: 2–3 years from planting (precocious grower)

Parfianka pomegranate is a tough, deciduous shrub or small multi-stemmed tree that handles hot, dry summers with ease once established. It displays attractive bright green foliage and showy orange-red spring blossoms before setting abundant fruit that ripens in autumn. It benefits from well-draining soil, deep watering during fruit formation, and an annual application of balanced organic fertilizer in late winter.

Interesting Notes:
Unlike many traditional pomegranates with hard seeds, Parfianka is famous for its soft, edible arils (seeds), making it ideal for fresh eating, juicing, and culinary garnishes.

Its naturally semi-dwarf habit makes it one of the top pomegranate choices for pot culture and urban fruit growers.

Limited stock. Pickup from Parkwood, WA. Delivery to Perth Metro only.

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