Punica granatum (Pomegranate) - Image 12

Pomegranate - var. Wonderful. Ancient fruit native from Iran to the Himalayas in Northern India. Attractive shrub or small tree, drought tolerant.
The variety Wonderful originated in Florida. Large, deep purple-red fruit. Rind medium thick, tough. Flesh deep crimson in color, juicy and of a delicious vinous flavor. Seeds not very hard. Best for juicing. Plant is vigorous and productive. Leading commercial variety in California.
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Pomegranate - var. Vietnam. This is am evergreen variety, heavy producer, with very large fruit and soft seed, everbearing. According to Asian legend, the Pomegranate was the 'tree of life' in the Garden of Eden. The tiny beads of fruit, full of precious oil and juice, are brilliant as drops of blood or rubies. These "drops of blood" from the pomegranate will help to build healthy red blood cells. The fruit have been consumed by man since before recorded history. There is a saying in Hindi: One pomegranate can serve one hundred sick people. It is a good antioxidant, enriches blood (red blood cells count, haemoglobin), good for heart and blood circulation. The beautiful flowers occur for several months. Cold hardy to 15F, drought-, salt- and poor-soil-tolerant, pomegranates are grown as dense shrubs, popular container plants and bonsai.
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