Pomegranate - Punica granatum

This rounded shrub to small tree not only produces edible fruit but has a striking appearance with its apple like fruit. Leaves are deciduous and turn from green to shades of red in Autumn. Flowers are red and noticeable during late Spring/early Summer. The fruit is full of red seeds and a white soft pulpy membrane. Flavour is both bitter and sweet. Pomegrantes are versatile in the kitchen; making grenadine syrup, sauces for rice and duck dishes, garnishes and also adding flavour to baked dishes like cakes and even sorbets.