This variety gets the highest rating for flavor. Large red fruit that are pretty sweet with a little tartness, red arils with tiny edible seeds, good for juice and great for fresh eating. Productive and self-fruitful. Zone 7-10 but needs a hot summer and long growing season.
ZONE: 7-10
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Self-fertile.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full sun, consistent heat, balanced moisture (especially during first 2 years), reduce grass competition in root zone. Top dress with compost yearly. Summer prune for airflow and ease of harvest.
CHILL HOURS: 200 hours below 45F.
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Average. Resistant to honey fungus.
SIZE AT MATURITY: 15’ x 15’, but can be kept at 8’ x 4’ with pruning.
