Plant profile
Pomegranate
Pomegranate
Punica granatum
Expected availability · 2030
Fruit shrub/tree OrchardPlannedManaged Orchard
At a Glance
TartSweetTart to Sweet: position 1 of 5
SoftFirmSoft to Firm: position 1 of 5
DryJuicyDry to Juicy: position 1 of 5
MildBoldMild to Bold: position 1 of 5
KitchenFresh EatingKitchen to Fresh Eating: position 1 of 5
About
A jewel-filled fruit whose edible arils combine bright acidity, sweetness, and plenty of juice.
Harvest & Use
Eat the arils fresh or use them in salads, sauces, desserts, drinks, and preserves.
Choose This If…
You like fruit with a sweet-tart balance and want something visually distinctive as well as flavorful.
Growing requirements
- Water
- Consistent moisture during establishment and fruit development
- Soil
- Fertile soil with organic matter; acidity and fertility needs vary by crop
- Drainage
- Well-drained unless the crop is adapted to wetter conditions
- Growth rate
- Varies by crop and cultivar
Fruit, flower, or harvest traits
See the customer profile above for flavor, texture, harvest use, and distinguishing traits.
Pollination and compatibility
Pollination requirements vary by crop and cultivar.