Pomegranates

Pomegranates

With its range in color from deep magenta to bright red, Pomegranates are roughly the size of an apple and have a thin but tough, leathery skin. The interior of the fruit is filled with seeds, technically called arils. The seeds of the Pomegranate are the edible portion. Each seed is enclosed in a translucent, bright red pulp that offers a sweet-tart taste with hints of cranberry, rhubarb, and concord grape.

Recommended Temp Storage Zone : 45-55°F (Cold Storage)
Season Chart : Jan, Aug-Dec
Specialty : no

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Country of Origin: California

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Description

With its range in color from deep magenta to bright red, Pomegranates are roughly the size of an apple and have a thin but tough, leathery skin. The interior of the fruit is filled with seeds, technically called arils. The seeds of the Pomegranate are the edible portion. Each seed is enclosed in a translucent, bright red pulp that offers a sweet-tart taste with hints of cranberry, rhubarb, and concord grape.

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