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aka Pomegranate

New season growth is glossy, green with red tipped foliage and in Spring bright scarlet red flowers. The fruit is yellow/red with a pink,juicy pulp. high in Vitamin C, B5, Potassium and anti-oxidants. Delicious in drinks, jellies, salads and sauces.Thrives in hot dry Summers. Self-fertile.

This stunning ornamental plant originating from the Middle East and Asia and has had a long association with humans. For more than 2000 years. It has been widely recorded throughout history and only the fig is mentioned as much in mythical and biblical writings.