The storage methods of pomegranates are as follows:

1. Store at room temperature

Put pomegranates in a cool, dry and ventilated place, such as in a cupboard. It can be stored for 7-10 days, but over-ripe pomegranates are best eaten in time, as they are prone to rot if left at room temperature.

2. Plastic bag storage method

Prepare a polyethylene plastic bag, carefully put the harmless and sterile pomegranates that have been pre-cooled indoors into the bag, and tie the bag tightly. Place in a cool and ventilated room. You can store pomegranates this way for up to 140 days and still keep them fresh.

3. Refrigerated storage

Pomegranate is a warm fruit and is suitable for storage at a temperature of 2-3 degrees and should not exceed 5 degrees. Generally, the temperature of the refrigerator can be controlled between 5-15 degrees, which can basically meet the preservation requirements of pomegranates and can last for about half a month. If the time is too long, the pomegranate skin will turn yellow and dry.

4. Earthen jar storage method

Prepare a container such as an earthen jar, a jar, or an altar, clean it, and put a layer on the bottom of the earthen jar with a humidity of about 5%. The sand should be spread about 5-6 cm thick, and a straw or bamboo tube should be erected in the center of the sand for ventilation. Then you can put the pomegranate into the jar. Be careful when putting it in, and fill the pomegranate until it is away from the jar. Continue to fill the jar with sand until the mouth of the jar is about 5 cm, and seal the jar after it is filled.

5. Storage and preservation

Choose an empty house that is ventilated and cool, clean it, sprinkle water appropriately to keep the room clean and moist, and then spread 5-6 cm thick straw on the ground ( Or fresh masson pine needles), press a layer of pomegranate and a layer of pine needles to cover them all. During storage, check the pile every 15-20 days, remove rotten fruits and replace pine needles.