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Pomegranate 'W'
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Genus: Punica Specific Epithet: granatum Variety: 'Wonderful'
Nutrient Richness (of 65): 20 Vitamins (highest in) : Antioxidants Calories/Cup: 110
Phonetic: PU-ni-kuh gran-AH-tum

Family: Punicaceae
Root Meanings: Many Seeds Origin: Iran, India CA
Native: No
Common Name(s) : Wonderful Pomegranate
Zones: 5-24, H1, H2 Exposure: Full Sun

Water: Regular
Type: Tree, Shrub Persistence: Deciduous
Height: 15-20 ft Spread: 15-20 ft Growth Rate: --
Blooms: Spring Flowers: Red Fruit: Fall

Features:

  • 150 hours chilling requirement
  • Large, purple-red fruit with delicious, tangy flavor
  • Best quality in hot inland climate
  • Gaudy red-orange bloom, ornamental foliage
  • Long-lived
  • Any soil
  • Self-fruitful
  • Fruit can be stored up to 7 months in refrigerator

Considerations:

  • --

Kitchen Use:

  • Fresh eating