Pomegranate Trees in France: One-Hectare Plot Establishment and Work Schedule

Quick read / The essentials on the pomegranate tree (Planting and managing a 1 hectare plot)

Growing pomegranates requires careful soil preparation , optimal drainage management , and effective staking for some varieties. Choosing well-drained, rocky soil is essential, as pomegranates tolerate drought well but are sensitive to excessive moisture. Arboriverse, a specialist wholesale supplier of pomegranate plants , will assist you in establishing your orchard by offering robust plants that are suited to French conditions.

Buying pomegranate plants involves carrying out a preliminary soil analysis to adjust its pH (ideally between 6.0 and 6.5 ) and enrich the soil with organic matter (30 to 40 tonnes/ha of well-rotted manure or compost). Deep plowing to 30-40 cm and subsoiling to 60-80 cm are recommended to improve drainage and ensure good rooting. As a wholesale supplier specializing in pomegranate plants , we advise you on the best planting plan , with a recommended spacing of 5 to 6 meters between rows and 3 to 4 meters on the row , i.e. a density of 400 to 600 trees per hectare .

Installing a drip irrigation system is necessary to ensure a moderate and efficient water supply . Staking is strongly recommended, especially for varieties such as the Wonderful Pomegranate , to ensure good tree development and avoid overly spreading growth. Buying pomegranate plants from a specialist guarantees you optimal technical support and plants adapted to profitable and quality production.

Typical Planting for a One Hectare Pomegranate Plot in France

Successful planting requires careful attention to soil preparation, drainage, and staking. Here's a step-by-step approach:

1. Preparation of the ground

• Choose well-drained, rocky soil. The pomegranate tree does not need to be watered often to grow properly.

2. Soil analysis

• Perform a soil test to determine the pH. The ideal pH for pomegranates is between 6.0 and 6.5.

3. Soil work

• Subsoil to a depth of 60-80 cm to loosen the soil and improve drainage.
• Carry out a deep ploughing to 30-40 cm to loosen the topsoil.

4. Amendment

• Adding organic matter: Use 30 to 40 tonnes of well-rotted manure or compost per hectare to enrich the soil with organic matter.

5. Drainage

• Ensure good soil drainage. Plum trees are susceptible to root asphyxiation.

6. Planting

• Density: The recommended spacing is 5-6 m between rows and 3-4 m within the row, or approximately 400 to 600 trees per hectare.

7. Tutoring

• The Wonderful Pomegranate may require staking to maintain its shape and prevent it from becoming squashed. This is especially recommended when planting in the ground to help the tree develop properly.

8. Irrigation

• Install a drip irrigation system.

10-Year Work Schedule for a Pomegranate Plot

Here is a detailed technical calendar of the work to be carried out year by year for the professional cultivation of pomegranates in France.

Note: Exact dates and quantities may vary depending on region, local climate conditions, varieties grown, and specific farm practices.

Year 1 (planting year)

Autumn (October-November)

• Soil analysis
• Deep plowing (40-50 cm)
• Application of 40-50 t/ha of decomposed manure
• Superficial tillage of the soil

Winter (November to March)

• Planting trees
• Density: 400 to 600 trees/ha (5m x 4m or 5m x 3.5m)
• Copious watering (20-30 L/tree)

Spring

• Installation of the drip irrigation system
• Mulch 1m in diameter around the trees
• Starter fertilization: 30-40 g/tree of balanced NPK fertilizer

Summer

• Regular watering (15-20 L/tree/week)
• Mechanical weeding between rows

Year 2: Tree Training

Winter

• Training size: selection of 3-4 carpenters
• Removal of shoots at the foot

Spring

• Fertilization: 50-60 g/tree of NPK fertilizer
• Preventive phytosanitary treatments

Summer

• Watering: 20-25 L/tree/week
• Manual thinning of the first fruits

Year 3: Start of production

Winter

• Light maintenance pruning
• Removal of dead wood

Spring

• Fertilization: 80-100 g/tree of NPK fertilizer
• Phytosanitary treatments

Summer

• Watering: 30-35 L/tree/week
• Thinning: keep 10-15 fruits/tree

Autumn

• First harvest: 2-5 kg/tree
• Estimated yield: 1-2 t/ha

Years 4-5: Production growth

Winter

• Maintenance size
• Renewal of fruit trees

Spring

• Fertilization: 120-150 g/tree of NPK fertilizer
• Complete phytosanitary program

Summer

• Watering: 40-50 L/tree/week
• Thinning: keep 20-30 fruits/tree

Autumn

• Harvest: 8-15 kg/tree
• Estimated yield: 4-8 t/ha

Years 6+: Full production

Winter

• Fruiting size
• Removal of old branches

Spring

• Fertilization: 200-250 g/tree of NPK fertilizer
• Reasoned phytosanitary treatments

Summer

• Watering: 60-80 L/tree/week
• Thinning: keep 40-50 fruits/tree

Autumn

• Harvest: 20-30 kg/tree
• Optimal yield: 10-15 t/ha

This calendar provides a general framework for professional pomegranate cultivation. Figures and practices may vary depending on local conditions, cultivated varieties, and specific production objectives.

To summarize: planting and managing a plot of pomegranate trees

Successful planting of a pomegranate orchard relies on careful soil preparation , balanced fertilization and wise water management . Well-drained soil is essential, as the pomegranate tree tolerates drought but fears excess moisture. As a specialist wholesale supplier of pomegranate plants , Arboriverse provides you with plants selected for their resistance and productivity.

From the second year, formative pruning is necessary to structure the tree, and thinning out the first fruits improves the quality of production. From the third year, the first harvests appear with an initial yield of 2 to 5 kg per tree , reaching 20 to 30 kg per tree in full production from the sixth year. Progressive fertilization , regular fruiting pruning and reasoned phytosanitary maintenance ensure optimal and sustainable production. Buying pomegranate plants from Arboriverse guarantees a high-performance orchard and an abundant harvest, thanks to personalized support and superior quality plants.