Pomegranate

Horticultural Research Institute, Faisalabad

Pomegranate

Pomegranate (Punica granatum) is one of the most delicious as well as nutritious fruit. Interest in pomegranate cultivation has increased because of its high anti-oxidant content in fruit and juice. Pakistan produced 53374 tonnes pomegranate fruit over an area of 6612 hectares during 2020-21.

Sr. No.

Variety Name

Year of Release

Sowing Time

Yield Potential
(Kg/ Plant)

Recommended Areas

Salient Features

1

Pearl

2019

February - March

41 - 48

Southern and Central Punjab

Much sweet, Extended shelf life, Well adopted in south Punjab

2

Golden

2019

February - March

45-55

Southern and Central Punjab

Heavy yielder, extended shelf life, Well adopted in south Punjab