Azadi Pomegranate Tree

The Azadi Pomegranate Tree is a self-pollinating, pest-resistant fruit tree that produces medium-sized pomegranates with creamy yellow, pink-blushed skin and translucent peach-colored arils. Originating from Turkmenistan, its name means "Freedom" in Persian, and it ripens early, typically from August to September.

At a glance

• Variety: Azadi pomegranate (from Turkmenistan)
• Fruit: Medium-sized, creamy yellow skin with pink blush, peach-colored arils
• Seeds: Soft
• Harvest: July to September, often 2 to 3 years after planting
• Growing zones: USDA 7 to 10
• Mature height: 5 to 10 feet
• Sun and soil: Full sun, well-drained soil, pH 5.5 to 7.0
• Pollination: Self-pollinating

Best for

• Home gardens and edible landscapes
• Fresh eating
• Low-maintenance, pest-resistant growing
• Self-pollinating single-tree planting
• Compact garden spaces

How to grow

Plant in a sunny location with well-drained soil at a pH between 5.5 and 7.0, in USDA zones 7 to 10. Vigorous and easy to maintain, it needs minimal pruning, typically only 3 to 6 main trunks. Self-pollinating, it fruits consistently from July to September.

Flavor profile

Super juicy and sweet with a full-bodied, fruity taste. Soft seeds give a pleasant texture, and a slight astringency balances the overall sweetness.

About Everglades Farm

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