Important Aspects to Consider for Pomegranate Cultivation in India

Important Aspects to Consider for Pomegranate
Cultivation in India
In recent years, there is lot more attention given to Pomegranate farming. As it is well-known for being a
drought tolerant crop, it requires less water during its cultivation. The span in commercial production is
from 3 years of plantation which continues giving fruits up to 30 years. Pomegranate has higher level of
potential for exporting it to other countries worldwide. Let's have a walkthrough to the process followed
in India for growing export quality Pomegranate.
At the global level, India is famous for the production of best quality of Pomegranates. They are majorly
cultivated in the state - Maharashtra and also other states like Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana,
Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu contain suitable weather for Pomegranate
cultivation in India.
Let’s see what are the suitable conditions and method followed in India for the best quality farming of
pomegranate.

Weather and Climate - What suits in and what not?
Pomegranate tree is less tolerant to the weather conditions where the temperature fluctuates and drop
down in winters. Considering the type of area, these trees tend to be evergreen in the tropical areas and
as the region shift to subtropical it become partially evergreen by shedding their leaves. While in fruiting
and ripening stage, it requires a dry climate conditions. Either it should be hot and dry ie. In summers or
either it should be cold and dry ie. In winters.
Seasons - Which months are good for plantation?
The combination of region against their climate condition plays major role in pomegranate plantation. In
sub-tropical regions “spring” is the season for plantation which falls in February and March. In tropical
regions, suitable months are July-August. The process of Air-layering takes place in the month of Nov-Dec
which has rainy season.
Soil - What type of soil suits Pomegranate cultivation?
Compared to other crops Pomegranate trees can grow in any type of soil, however they grow best in deep,
heavy loamy soils. The only thing which needs to be taken care of is the soil should be having a good
drainage capacity. It tends to die if the level of alkalinity and salinity becomes high in soil. If the soil is not
dry and contain moisture than there are chances for fruit cracking and yielding to happen with time.
In short, the best type of Pomegranate farming can happen in dry areas and great sunlight. Keep a watch
to take care of the plant from some bacteria and root diseases. A professional guide with you will help
you more in doing the Pomegranate farming right.