starting a bonsai pomegranate tree

Question

Can I start a potted bonsai tree by taking a seed or trimming from my pomegranate tree? Is there a tutorial that could help me?

Answer 1

Typically people use dwarf pomegranates and train them to be bonsai trees because the height of dwarf varieties is usually no more than 2-3 feet – also, it might be easier for you to work with as a beginner. That is just an F.Y.I. and something you may want to consider.

I was, however, able to find you a tutorial online on how to create a bonsai from a pomegranate from the early beginning stages:
http://www.bonsai4me.com/Basics/Basics_Growing%20Bonsai%20From%20Seed%20page1.html

You can propagate pomegranate trees from seeds or from semi-hardwood/hardwood cuttings. Just keep in mind that this is a slow method to cultivate a bonsai because it normally takes 3-5 years before a tree can be trained.

Here is an article that will tell you how to start a pomegranate tree from seed:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pomegranate/growing-pomegranate-tree-seeds.htm

Here is an article that will tell you how to root a hardwood cutting:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/how-to-root-cuttings-from-various-shrubs-bushes-and-trees.htm

The Gardening Know How website has several articles on the general care of bonsai here which can be found here:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/bonsai/