At one time everyone had a pomegranate tree in their yard. Nowadays this fruit is a rare curiosity, with most of its uses forgotten. Pomegranate juice is a true delicacy, a cross between the flavor of raspberries and strawberries. It's great just by itself, with a little sugar and shaved ice, or it can be made into a jelly or even a fantastic fruity wine. Mediterranean cooking uses it in complex sauces for meats and vegetables. In ancient times, this was called the nectar of the gods!

Pomegranate Ice Loosen and break apart the seeds of 6 ripe pomegranates. Place in a bowl and crush lightly with a spoon. Squeeze the pulp through a jelly bag. Alternatively, use an old fashioned lever-style citrus juicer which is really great for extracting the juice. These show up at yard sales all the time. Sweeten lightly with honey or sugar to taste and pour over shaved ice for a cool, refreshing late summer drink.

ANGEL RED New for 2009! For you seed lovers out there, this unique variety has soft seeds! Another bonus is its higher juice content, even more than Wonderful. Bright red, large fruit with a tart zing. Ripens late August-September. Zones 8B-10. Grow in containers in northern climates. Limited quantity. $34.99 3 gal (3-4ft).

CHRISTINA This variety was found growing in Port St. Joe, Florida by Bill Mahan. Named after his wife, Christine. It is a beautiful, deep red-skinned pomegranate, with pale pink seeds. Very juicy. One of the few we have seen to bear heavily in the humid South. Very cold hardy. Ripens late August. Zones 8B-10. Grow in containers in northern climates. $32.99 3 gal (3-4ft).

GAINEY SOUR Heirloom variety found on the Gainey plantation south of Cairo, GA. These sour pomegranates grow on vigorous tree (Mr. Gainey's are over 15 feet) and are long lived. Fruit is red when ripe but they are sour! Zones 8B-10. Grow in containers in northern climates. $32.99 3 gal (3-4ft).

GAINEY SWEET If you like sweet pomegranates, try this heirloom from the Gainey plantation. Ripens middle to late September. Fruit is red. Zones 8B-10. Grow in containers in northern climates. $32.99 3 gal (3-4ft).

LARKIN An old homestead variety given to us by Dianne Weinstein that's stood the test of time. The original tree was planted in Gulf County near Wewahitchka, FL by her great-grandparents Carrie and Joe Glass. When the tree was in danger of being lost, Dianne's Dad, Mr. Larkin Bowen (Pete), dug up a shoot and brought it to Marianna,FL. The tree flourished and produced beautiful, red-skinned pomegranate, with white seeds. Very juicy, tangy sweet!! Fruits reliably and is very cold hardy. Ripens late August through October. Zones 8B-10. Grow in containers in northern climates. $32.99 3 gal (3-4ft).

RUSSIAN #8 New for 2009! This one has a strange name as the donor who brought us the cuttings lost the name tag! The mother tree came from Russia and was the 8th one in the row, so Russian #8 was born. It's a great pomegranate and is the sweetest one we carry. Zones 8B-10. Grow in containers in northern climates. $32.99 3 gal (3-4ft).

SHARI'S A Wakulla County heirloom, given to us by Shari Randall, that fruits reliably. A beautiful, red-orange skinned pomegranate, with dark red seeds. Very juicy, tangy and 4 inches across!! Very cold hardy. Ripens late August through October. Zones 8B-10. Grow in containers in northern climates. $32.99 3 gal (3-4ft).

WONDERFUL Old fashioned variety. Ruby red fruit with deep pink seeds. Tangy sweet flavor. More cold hardy than most. Ripens late August-September. Zones 8B-10. Grow in containers in northern climates. $29.99 3 gal (3-4ft).

CALIFORNIA SUNSET FLOWERING Native to Jamaica and also known as Madame Legrelle, this hard-to-find ornamental (non-fruiting) pomegranate makes a beautiful small specimen tree or large shrub (to about 8-10' tall), with its glossy bright green leaves and showy flowers. The ruffled double blooms are deep orange-red striped with creamy white, and they keep coming all summer long. Sure to be a conversation piece, it would also be a great colorful container tree on your deck or patio. Zones 8B-10. $29.99

DWARF NON-FRUITING This tiny beauty is grown for flowers, shiny foliage, colorful small fruit and for bonsai. Tops out at about 3 feet tall and about the same wide. Gorgeous. Zones 7-10. Grow in containers in northern climates. $29.99 3 gal (2-3ft).


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Remember, Pomegranates prefer well-drained soils and part to full sun.

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