Oatmeal Farm Network | Pomegranate Varietals

Varietal Name	Description	Soil Texture	pH Range	Organic Matter	Salinity Level	Hardiness Zone	Humidity
Al Sirin Nar	A Central Asian variety with dark red skin and sweet-tart arils, known for its adaptability to different climates.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Ambrosia	A large pomegranate with bright red skin and very sweet arils, known for its soft seeds and excellent fresh flavor.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Angel Red	A variety with softer seeds and very juicy, sweet-tart arils, known for its bright red skin and high juice content.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Ariana	A variety with dark red skin and rich, sweet-tart arils, known for its soft seeds and excellent juice quality.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Balegal	A large pomegranate with bright red skin and mildly sweet arils, often used for juicing and fresh eating.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Dente di Cavallo	An Italian variety with large, dark red fruit and rich, sweet-tart arils, commonly used in traditional dishes.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Desertnyi	A Russian variety with yellowish-pink skin and tangy-sweet arils, noted for its cold tolerance and soft seeds.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Eversweet	A nearly seedless variety with pale pink skin and very sweet, light-colored arils, ideal for fresh eating.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Gissarskii Rozovyi	A rare variety with pale pink skin and sweet arils, originating from Central Asia, known for its unique taste.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Golden Globe	A large, yellow-skinned pomegranate with sweet, light-colored arils, prized for its unique appearance and flavor.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Granada	An early-ripening variety similar to Wonderful but slightly smaller, with deep red skin and sweet-tart flavor.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Green Globe	A pomegranate variety with greenish skin and sweet, light-colored arils, known for its unusual appearance.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Haku Botan	A Japanese ornamental variety with white flowers and small, mildly sweet fruit, primarily grown for its decorative value.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Kandahar Early	An early-ripening Afghan variety, known for its sweet, pinkish-red arils and good cold tolerance.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Kashmir Blend	A smaller variety with dark red skin and tart arils, often used for culinary purposes due to its strong flavor.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Medovyi Vahsha	An Asian variety with large, reddish skin and sweet, honey-flavored arils, prized for its unique sweetness.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Nochi Shibori	A Japanese variety with pink skin and sweet-tart arils, known for its decorative appeal and mild flavor.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Parfianka	A highly-rated variety with sweet, tangy arils and soft seeds, known for its excellent balance of flavor and juiciness.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Phoenicia	A rare variety from Lebanon with large, deep red fruit and sweet-tart arils, known for its robust flavor.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Pink Satin	A variety with soft seeds, pale pink skin, and very sweet, light pink arils, popular for fresh eating.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Purple Heart	A variety with deep purple skin and sweet, tangy arils, known for its striking color and rich flavor.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Red Silk	A medium-sized pomegranate with bright red skin and sweet-tart arils, featuring soft seeds and a high juice content.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Russian 26	A cold-hardy variety with dark red skin and sweet-tart arils, known for thriving in colder climates.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Salavatski	A cold-hardy variety with bright red skin and tart-sweet arils, popular in areas with colder winters.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Sharp Velvet	A large variety with dark red skin and tangy-sweet arils, known for its excellent flavor and medium-hard seeds.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Sirenevyi	A cold-hardy variety with purple skin and sweet-tart arils, often grown in colder climates.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Sweet	A milder variety with pale pink skin and very sweet, light-colored arils, often used for fresh eating and juicing.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate
Wonderful	The most common pomegranate variety, known for its large, bright red fruit with tart-sweet flavor and deep red arils.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	9A	Moderate