If the intent is to grow it as a small tree, then adequate space for development should be provided. Otherwise, it is well suited to bring grown as a hedge or clump of shrubs. According to some literature, pomegranate has poor salt tolerance, but we have seen no serious problems with the existing salinity of soils and water in the Valley. Because there has been no commercialization of pomegranate in Texas, named varieties may be hard to find. Fleishman' froze out in 1989, while both 'Mae' and 'Eve' were taken out for various reasons.
Air layering is successful but tedious.
Hardwood cuttings stuck in late winter to early spring is the preferred method to produce plants of desirable characteristics. Since pomegranate plants will most likely be container-grown in soilless media, it is best to wash an inch or so of the potting medium from the root ball so as to expose the peripheral roots to the soil in which they must go. Such plants should commence growth soon after planting, in contrast to those that are simply planted intact from the nursery container. Water thoroughly at planting and again every few days for the first couple of weeks, after which the interval between waterings can be lengthened gradually. At establishment, the plants shouldn't require watering more frequently than every seven to 10 days.