Open Pollinated

    Ambrosia

    Pomegranate(Punica granatum)

    LargeHeat tolerantDrought tolerant

    Ambrosia is a pomegranate known for producing exceptionally large fruit, often described as up to three times the size of a Wonderful pomegranate. It is grown in California and valued for its impressive size combined with a pleasant flavor. The rind is pale pink to red, and the arils are a purple-red with a sweet-tart taste. Ambrosia ripens in the mid to late season and makes a showy addition to the home orchard due to the sheer scale of its fruit. While not as commercially dominant as Wonderful, it has a following among home growers and specialty markets who prize the large, attractive fruit for fresh eating and juicing.

    Flavor Profile

    Sweet-tart and juicy with a pleasant, mild flavor that appeals for both fresh eating and juice.

    Visual Characteristics

    Very large fruit with pale pink to reddish rind enclosing purple-red arils.

    Growing Tips

    Give it a warm site and consistent water during fruit swell to achieve its signature oversized fruit; thin to prevent branch stress.

    Where to Buy

    Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.