With its brilliant ruby seeds and ancient history, the pomegranate is a delightful fruit to grow at home. It’s relatively easy to start from seed and, given the right conditions, can flourish into a small ornamental tree or bush—even indoors.

Start by extracting seeds from a fresh pomegranate and cleaning off the pulp. Let the seeds dry for a day, then plant them about 1/4 inch deep in a moist seed-starting mix. Place the pot in a sunny window or under grow lights.

Germination usually takes 1–3 weeks. Once seedlings are strong enough, transplant them into larger pots. Pomegranate trees prefer well-draining soil, lots of sunlight, and occasional deep watering. Fertilize monthly during spring and summer.

The plant can produce flowers and even fruit within 2–3 years if grown in warm conditions. Indoors, it may flower with proper light, even if fruiting doesn’t occur. Its twisted branches and bright green leaves make it visually captivating regardless.