Laroussi de Fès Pomegranate

The Laroussi de Fès is a traditional Moroccan pomegranate variety cultivated mainly in the FèsMeknès region. It is valued for its sweet-tart flavor, juicy arils, and bright red color, making it suitable for fresh consumption, juice, and processing.

Type and Characteristics:

• Scientific name: Punica granatum L.
• Variety name: Laroussi de Fès
• Fruit size : Medium to large
• Shape : Round
• Skin color: Bright red when ripe
• Aril color: Deep red, juicy, firm
• Taste profile: Balanced sweet and slightly acidic
• Harvest period: September -October
• Uses : Fresh fruit, juice, processing

Region of Cultivation :

Main region: Fès-Meknès (Fès, Sefrou, Meknès)

Grows well in fertile plains with moderate rainfall and good irrigation access. Soil Requirements:

Deep, well-drained loamy or sandy-loam soils, moderately fertile, pH 6.0-8.0 Climate and Growing Conditions :

• Climate: Mediterranean semi-arid
• Temperature: 25–35°C ideal during fruit development
• Rainfall: 300–600 mm/year; irrigation required in dry periods
• Sunlight: Full sun for sugar accumulation and color
• Frost sensitivity: Sensitive during flowering

Laroussi de Fès is a traditional Moroccan pomegranate variety from the Fès-Meknès region, prized for its bright red skin, deep-red juicy arils and a balanced sweet–slightly acidic flavor. It is suited for fresh consumption, juicing and processing. The variety performs best in sunny, semiarid conditions with access to irrigation, on deep, well-drained loamy or sandy-loam soils (pH 6.0–8.0). Sensitive to frost during flowering, Laroussi offers good fruit quality and market potential for local and export channels.