Nikitskii Ranii Pomegranate is called Crimson Sky in the US. Also called R19 when planted at the original University of Georgia test plot of Dr. Levin's hardiest varieties from Turkmanistan. Ranii in Russian means early. Crimson Sky ripens its fruits early in October. They are consistently bright red with a very appealing taste, sweet and tart. Very hardy like Salavatski. Space 10' circle Zone 7-8 For trial in zone 6
Plant Characteristics | |
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Pest Resistance | Excellent |
Disease Resistance | Excellent |
Drought Tolerance | Very Good |
Heat Tolerance | Excellent |
Humidity Tolerance | Excellent |
Sun Tolerance | Excellent |
Wet Soil Tolerance | Poor |
Shade Tolerance | Poor |
No Spray | Excellent |
Salt Tolerance | Very Good |
Fresh for Kids | Good |
Deer Resistance | Good |
Thorns | No |
Plant Type | Shrub |
Soil Type | Well Drained |
Edible Type | Fruit |
Self Fertile | Yes |
This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, comments/opinions are always welcome |