Wonderful Pomegranate - Grown in warm, dry climates, this fruit is known for its large, juicy, orange-red seeds. Perfect for snacking or adding to salads.
Wonderful Pomegranate
The Wonderful pomegranate (Punica granatum 'Wonderful') is a popular cultivar of pomegranate that is known for its large size, sweet-tart flavor, and high yields. It is a vigorous grower and can reach heights of 15 feet or more. Wonderful pomegranates are typically ripe in the fall.
Growing Wonderful Pomegranates
Wonderful pomegranates are relatively easy to grow and care for. They prefer full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Wonderful pomegranates are tolerant of drought and heat, but they produce best with regular watering. Fertilize the tree once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Prune the tree in the late winter or early spring to remove dead or diseased branches and to maintain the desired shape.
Tips for Growing Wonderful Pomegranates in Cooler Climates
If you live in a cooler climate, you can still grow Wonderful pomegranates, but you will need to take some extra care. Here are a few tips:
- Choose a sheltered spot to protect the tree from strong winds.
- Mulch around the tree in the fall to help protect the roots from winter cold.
- Water the tree deeply in the fall to help it prepare for winter.
- If the temperature is expected to drop below -10 degrees Fahrenheit, cover the tree with a frost blanket or burlap.
Harvesting and Using Wonderful Pomegranates
Wonderful pomegranates are typically ripe in the fall, when the fruit is a deep red color and the skin is firm but not hard. To harvest, simply cut the fruit from the tree with a sharp knife.
Wonderful pomegranates can be eaten fresh, used in cooking, or juiced. They are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.
Here are a few ideas for using Wonderful pomegranates:
- Add the seeds to yogurt, oatmeal, or cereal.
- Use the seeds in salads or salsas.
- Juice the pomegranates and drink the juice fresh or add it to smoothies.
- Use the juice to make pomegranate sauce or pomegranate vinaigrette.
- Cook the pomegranate seeds in rice, couscous, or quinoa.
- Add the pomegranate seeds to baked goods, such as muffins, cakes, and cookies.
Enjoy your Wonderful pomegranates!
Growing Zones: 7-10 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 8-12 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature Width: | 6-8 ft |
| Botanical Name: | Punica granatum 'Wonderful' |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
| Harvest Time: | September |
| Year to Bear: | Can Fruit the 1st Year! |
