Eight Ball Pomegranate

Eight Ball Pomegranate

An interesting little pomegranate that was selected by Plant Delights Nursery for its compact habit and extremely dark nearly black fruit, hence the name. The Eight Ball pomegranate is so loaded with anthocyanins that even the cambium is purple, something we had never seen before. Easy to grow and very productive, and if given enough heat and water will ripen even in northern climates. Reportedly hardy to -9º F on the East Coast.

Latin Name: Punica granatum
Site and Soil: Likes full to 1/2 day sun and well-drained soil.
Pollination Requirements: Self-fertile.
Hardiness: Hardy to at least 5º F.
Bearing Age: 1-2 years after planting
Size at Maturity: Can reach up 10-12 ft. in height.
Taste: Sweet, soft seeded
Fruit Skin: Deep red
Fruit Flesh: Bright red
Bloom Time: June-July
Ripening Time: September-October
Yield: 20+ lbs.
Pests & Diseases: Pomegranates are not generally bothered by pests or diseases in our climate.
USDA Zone: 8-10