It has survived one winter but barely and I did know it needed to be covered. How do I cover it so it won't die?
You're looking for information on protecting your tree from damage...if it were dead, it wouldn't need to be protected. On that subject, here are a couple of articles: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pomegranate/growing-pomegranate-tree-seeds.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/protect-plants-in-freeze.htm
Also this article may be useful; it's about figs, but the principles would be the same: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/fig-cold-protection.htm
Can you post the picture of a Pomegranate male and female flower?
The pictures you're looking for, plus a bunch of information, here: http://ucanr.edu/sites/Pomegranates/files/166141.pdf
Pomegranate tree blossoms fine, but as they reach the size of 2 inches in diameter, they crack open without being fully ripped. I use before # 839 fertilizer and now 468 with no result. Why can't they reach 5 inches in diameter like a any other regular size pomegranate fruit?
Your plant looks fairly robust and healthy, so I think you can rule out disease. My first question to you would be are you sure this is a variety that is supposed to fruit; some pomegranates are merely ornamental. Second, are you watering correctly (fairly dry most of the time, a good watering before fruiting.) Another thought is perhaps the flowers are not being pollinated correctly, therefore the plant drops them rather than expend the energy to ripen them. Also be careful not to fertilize too much. Over fertilizing can seriously disrupt the plant's functions. Here is an article to help you check the culture of your tree.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pomegranate/no-pomegranates-on-trees.htm
Also, you might want to talk to the county extension service. It's a free service to help home gardeners like yourself. This link will help you find the nearest office:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/what-is-extension-service.htm
Pomegranate fruits get ripped at only the size of a lime citrus with crack open area. Also has black dots all around, I see pomegranates at Supermarkets 5 times bigger in diameter. Why?
The black spots could be cercospora spot disease. This article has more information: http://www.krishisewa.com/cms/disease-management/398-pomegranate-diseases.html
Water stress can cause rind split in young citrus; perhaps its the same with pomegranate. Also, you're plant may not be old enough to fruit well, or it may be a variety that doesn't fruit well. Here's some more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pomegranate/growing-pomegranate-tree-seeds.htm
http://www.gardeningblog.net/how-to-grow/pomegranates/
I did my research and I know that pomegranate trees need water every 7 to 10 days in hotter seasons and are very drought friendly. I want to be careful to not over water and could not find any information regarding watering frequency in cold seasons.
Probably the reason you couldn't find information on watering your pomegranate during its winter dormancy is that plants in dormancy don't need much water, and a low-moisture plant such as pom needs even less. Speaking generally, trees and large bushes use 3-5 times less water in the winter than in the summer. You probably don't need to water at all unless you have dry winter. As long as you get water at least once a month, you should be okay
I have one pomegranate tree growing on the southside of my home in Las Vegas, NV. I know that it self pollinates but I can't remember the name of the species. I want to plant a second pomegranate tree next to it for optimal pollination and overall fruit growth. When I go to purchase the second tree, is there a particular type or species I should look for? And when would be a good time to plant the tree? :)
The main thing when purchasing a new pomegranate is to make sure it is a fruit-bearing kind, rather than purely ornamental. After that would be to make sure it's hardy in your area. I would do a bit of research to find what varieties are available to you, then research those to make sure of their characteristics. Also, early spring is always a good time to plant. This article contains information you should be able to use. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/pomegranate/no-pomegranates-on-trees.htm
I did some research of my own about this and I'm now under the impression that all pomegranate "shrubs" can self pollinate. I have a pomegranate shrub of my own and would like to plant another about 10ft. away from it. I saw a few pomegranate trees (not decorative) for sale at a local Walmart and they consisted of a tree formation with a single trunk about a couple feet in length. Can different species of pomegranate trees and shrubs cross pollinate with each other. If so, would this create cross species of pomegranate fruit?
Sorry about sideways pic. Don't know how to make it right side up:)
Pomegranates are self-pollinating, but cross-pollination of a second pomegranate tree nearby can increase the fertility of the tree and improve the quality of the fruit.
The second tree should be a different variety, but it must be compatible, meaning that the trees bloom at the same time. A knowledgeable nursery or greenhouse should be able to advise you about suitable trees for cross-pollination.