Abiu Seeds
$9.98
SunFull Sun
Mature Height6-20 ft.
Years to Fruit2-3 Years
Plant Spacing8-12 ft.
USDA Zones7A-10B
Germination Time30-40 Days
About Pomegranate Seeds
Pomegranate Tree Seeds for Planting
Planting Guide
Seed Preparation:
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Extract seeds from ripe fruit and clean thoroughly to remove pulp (fermentation not required).
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Soak seeds in room-temperature water for 24 hours to improve germination.
Best Planting Time:
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Outdoors: Spring, when soil temperatures reach 65°F (18°C).
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Indoors: Year-round with bottom heat (ideal germination: 75-85°F/24-29°C).
Planting Instructions:
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Soil: Well-draining mix (sandy loam with compost, pH 5.5-7.2).
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Depth: Sow ½ inch (1.2 cm) deep.
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Spacing: Seedlings need 12-18 inches apart; mature trees require 15-20 feet.
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Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours daily).
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Watering: Keep soil moist until germination, then water deeply but infrequently.
Germination & Early Care:
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Sprouts emerge in 14-30 days.
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Transplant outdoors after last frost when seedlings are 6-12 inches tall.
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Protect young plants from temperatures below 40°F (4°C).
Tree Care & Maintenance
Watering:
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Established Trees: Drought-tolerant; water every 7-10 days in dry periods.
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Fruit Development: Increase watering to prevent split fruits.
Fertilizing:
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Young trees: Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) in spring.
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Mature trees: Low-nitrogen, high-potassium formula during flowering.
Pruning:
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Shape young trees to 3-5 main trunks.
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Remove suckers and dead wood annually in late winter.
Pest/Disease Management:
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Generally hardy; watch for aphids (use neem oil) and fruit borers.
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Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
Fruit Production
Time to First Fruit:
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Seed-grown trees: 2-4 years (grafted trees fruit earlier).
Harvest Season:
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Late summer to fall (varies by climate).
Yield:
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Mature trees produce 50-100 fruits annually.
Ripeness Signs:
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Deep red color with metallic sheen
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Hard rind that sounds hollow when tapped
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Cracked sepals at blossom end
Seed Saving & Propagation
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Select seeds from fully ripe, flavorful fruits.
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Air-dry cleaned seeds for 24 hours before storage.
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Viability: 2-3 years in cool, dry conditions.
Note: Seed-grown trees may vary in fruit quality; cuttings ensure clone consistency.
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