{"product_id":"punica-granatum-dente-di-cavallo-flatpot","title":"Punica granatum 'Dente di Cavallo' - Flatpot","description":"\u003cp\u003ePunica granatum 'Dente di Cavallo' is the most widely grown and cultivated \u003cstrong\u003efruiting pomegranate variety\u003c\/strong\u003e in our country. It is a shrub that develops dense branches covered with beautiful bright green foliage, which is deciduous in winter. This pomegranate variety is perfectly suited to the climate of our peninsula and is also the one with the best cold resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCHARACTERISTICS OF PUNICA GRANATUM ‘DENTE DI CAVALLO’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePunica granatum ‘Dente di Cavallo’ is a deciduous shrub or small tree that can reach a height of 2-4 meters. It has a rounded and branched crown, with narrow and shiny bright green leaves that take on golden hues in autumn before falling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetween May and July, the plant produces bright red goblet-shaped flowers that attract pollinators and add a touch of vibrancy to the garden. In autumn, the fruits ripen: \u003cstrong\u003elarge pomegranates with reddish-orange skin and juicy, sweet, and slightly tart pulp.\u003c\/strong\u003e The ‘Dente di Cavallo’ variety is known for its fleshy and crunchy seeds, ideal for fresh consumption or for preparing juices, sweets, and preserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pomegranate variety is extremely hardy: it withstands drought, poor soils, and low temperatures well, making it ideal for Mediterranean climates or exposed areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePLANTING AND MAINTENANCE OF PUNICA GRANATUM ‘DENTE DI CAVALLO’\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePunica granatum ‘Dente di Cavallo’ prefers well-drained soils, preferably calcareous or sandy, and full sun exposure, where it can grow vigorously and produce abundant fruit. Thanks to the \u003cem\u003eFlat Pot Ø50 cm\u003c\/em\u003e size, this plant is ready to be used in hedges, borders, or as a specimen for an immediate decorative effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the first few months after planting, it is advisable to water regularly to promote establishment. Once established, the plant requires little water and is highly drought-resistant. Pruning is simple and can be done at the end of winter to remove dry or malformed branches and to promote balanced growth. To obtain quality fruit, a light fertilization during spring is useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePAIRING ADVICE FOR PUNICA GRANATUM ‘DENTE DI CAVALLO’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePunica granatum ‘Dente di Cavallo’ pairs perfectly with Mediterranean and xerophytic plants to create harmonious and hardy gardens. Pair it with plants such as \u003cstrong\u003eRosmarinus officinalis\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eLavandula angustifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e, which complement its rustic aesthetic and share similar cultivation requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn orchards or productive gardens, it can be combined with other fruit trees such as olive trees or fig trees, creating a traditional Mediterranean landscape. For decorative borders, add perennial plants such as \u003cstrong\u003eGaura lindheimeri\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003ePhlomis fruticosa\u003c\/strong\u003e, which with their flowers and light habit enhance the beauty of the pomegranate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"height: 215.532px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eFlatPot Ø50 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eLythraceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eShrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eGreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFlower color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eRed-orange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eFlowering period\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eJune, July, August\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eCold resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eAround -10°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eDrought resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eSalt tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eMaximum height reached\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e5 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eExposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"BotanicalDryGarden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53840423354694,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0458\/0727\/2104\/files\/IMG_8247PunicagranatumDentediCavallo.png?v=1738164419","url":"https:\/\/www.botanicaldrygarden.com\/en\/products\/punica-granatum-dente-di-cavallo-flatpot","provider":"BotanicalDryGarden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}