Pomegranate Flowering

[PastryBaker]

Hi,
I have this little Pomegranate and it is about to flower for the first time. It is only about 5 inches tall. Should I let it bloom? Or should I let it put energy into growing more?
Was not sure if blooming takes energy out of the tree.
Thanks

 

[n8]

Let it bloom.

I suppose the flower will take energy out of the tree, but it's not like you're not trying to grow it out in that tiny pot, anyway.

 

[Desert O'Piñon]

That makes sense to me. The flower bud is already developed to the point of bloom, so a lot of energy has already been devoted to flower production. Might as well enjoy the beauty instead of wasting the effort the tree has put into it.

 

[Carol 83]

Let it bloom! Don't let it fruit.