POMEGRANATES were once known as "the fruit of the dead", but a Colignan couple's crimson-coloured crop is poised to maintain its vital signs for many years to come.

Florist Paige Woods and agronomist Tristan Smith bought Karingal Gardens Pomegranates a few years ago, and have faced significant barriers in their first two harvests.

"Last year, we had a good growing season but a poor harvest seaso...